hardwiring

hard·wir·ing

[hahrd-wahyuhr-ing]
noun
1.
a fixed connection between electrical and electronic components and devices by means of wires (as distinguished from a wireless connection ).
2.
Computers. a hard-wired connection between electronic components within a computer system.
Also, hard-wir·ing.


Origin:
1975–80; hard + wiring

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