The term 'kind of wire' can refer to a variety of different types of wires. The crossword solutions for this term are GUY (3 letters), BARBED (6 letters), NEWS (4 letters), TRIP (4 letters), and LIVE (4 letters). GUY wire is a type of wire used to provide support to structures such as radio antennas, telephone poles, and buildings. BARBED wire is a type of wire with sharp points along its length, often used to create fences or barriers. NEWS wire is a type of wire used to transmit NEWS stories from one location to another. TRIP wire is a type of wire used to detect movement or to set off an alarm. LIVE wire is a type of wire that carries an electrical current.