PREVIOUS CONNECTIONS DEFINITIONS
Plain-English meanings for all 16 words from the October 4, 2026 NYT Connections puzzle. No hints, categories or answers.
A head covering made from synthetic or natural hair, worn to change or enhance one's hairstyle.
An acronym for 'Women in Government,' referring to female political leaders.
Slang for a sudden surprise or shock, as in 'That news really wigged me out.'
An abbreviation for 'Wireless Internet Gateway,' a device that connects wireless devices to the internet.
The term can refer to a hairpiece, an acronym, slang, or a technical abbreviation depending on context.
A thin layer or strip of material, often used to capture images or protect surfaces.
A motion picture or movie.
A coating or covering applied to a surface.
To record moving images with a camera.
The term can refer to physical materials, entertainment media, or the act of recording video.
A public sale in which goods or property are sold to the highest bidder.
A process of offering items for sale by inviting bids and selling to the highest bidder.
An event where items are sold competitively to the person who offers the most money.
A method of selling where buyers place bids and the item goes to the highest offer.
The term can also refer to online platforms or events where bidding takes place.
A piece of furniture with a flat top and one or more legs, used for placing items or working on.
A set of data arranged in rows and columns.
To postpone or delay discussion of a topic (especially in parliamentary procedure).
To present or submit something for consideration or discussion.
The term can refer to furniture, data arrangements, or actions in meetings, and is also used in various specialized contexts.
A flat, broad blade attached to a handle, used for propelling and steering a small boat or canoe.
A tool used for stirring or mixing, especially in cooking or manufacturing.
A device used to strike a ball in certain sports, like table tennis or pickleball.
A flat board used as a disciplinary instrument, typically for spanking.
The term can also be a brand name, slang term, or part of phrases.
A band of material worn around the neck, typically part of a shirt or dress.
A device placed around an animal's neck for identification or control.
A financial term referring to a strategy that limits investment risk by setting upper and lower price bounds.
Slang for capturing or arresting someone.
The term can refer to clothing, animals, finance, or informal speech.
A small wooden hammer used by a judge or an auctioneer to signal attention or the end of a decision or sale.
A tool used in meetings to call for order or to mark the start and end of proceedings.
A symbol of authority in a courtroom or formal assembly.
The term 'gavel' can also be used metaphorically to refer to judicial or authoritative power.
A plot of land designated for a specific use or ownership.
A large number or quantity of something.
An item or group of items sold together at an auction.
A person's fate or destiny.
The term can be used as a noun or verb and appears in various contexts including real estate, auctions, and everyday speech.
A number of things of the same kind grouped or fastened together.
An informal term for a large amount or number of something.
A group of people gathered together.
A cluster of grapes or other fruit growing closely together.
The term can be used as a noun or a verb and is common in informal speech.
A round object used in games and sports for throwing, hitting, or kicking.
A formal dance event or party.
A testicle (slang).
To form into a spherical shape.
The term can refer to objects, events, body parts (slang), or actions depending on context.
A person who shares in an activity, business, or relationship with another.
A spouse or significant other in a romantic relationship.
A member of a doubles team in sports such as tennis or bridge.
A person who collaborates with another in a legal or business partnership.
The term can refer to relationships in business, sports, or personal contexts.
The mesh fabric used to catch or contain things, such as in sports or fishing.
The amount remaining after deductions, such as net income or net weight.
An abbreviation for the internet or network.
A term meaning clear or final, as in net result or net gain.
NET can be a common noun, abbreviation, or adjective depending on context.
A loose outer garment, often worn at home or after bathing.
A ceremonial or academic gown worn during formal events.
To steal or take property unlawfully.
Can refer to clothing, an action (verb), or be part of names and titles.
A collection of items stored in a specific order, often used in computer science to refer to a specialized tree-based data structure that satisfies the heap property.
A pile or mound of objects, typically arranged loosely or haphazardly.
To put a large amount of something in a pile or mound.
In computing, an area of memory used for dynamic allocation.
The term can refer to data structures, memory management in computing, or a general pile of objects.
The management and care of a patient or condition to improve health or alleviate symptoms.
The way someone is dealt with or behaved toward.
A special event or gift given to someone as a pleasure or reward.
The process of applying a substance or technique to something to achieve a desired effect.
The term can refer to medical care, behavior toward others, special occasions, or technical processes.
A neat pile or arrangement of objects placed one on top of another.
In computing, a data structure that follows last-in, first-out (LIFO) principle.
A set of software technologies used together to build applications, often called a technology stack.
A large chimney or vertical pipe for releasing smoke or gases from a building or industrial process.
The term can be used in technology, everyday language, and industry contexts.