grid
n. countablen. a pattern of straight lines that cross each other to form squares. You often see this on maps or graph paper to help you find specific locations.
n. a network of uniformly spaced horizontal and perpendicular lines used to locate points or organise data. Often refers to the system of cables and pipes that distribute electricity or water across a region.
The city streets are laid out in a simple grid.
The architect used a grid to ensure the windows were perfectly aligned across the building's facade.
Engineers are working to modernize the national power grid to better integrate renewable energy sources like wind and solar power.
Back-formation or clipping of griddle or gridiron.
Often used with the definite article ('the grid') when referring to the national electricity supply system.