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Cable

/keɪ.bl/

(material) A long object used to make a physical connection.

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📖 Definitions of "Cable"

noun

1
(material) A long object used to make a physical connection.
2
(communications) A system for transmitting television or Internet services over a network of coaxial or fibreoptic cables.
"I tried to watch the movie last night but my cable was out."
3
A telegram, notably when sent by (submarine) telegraph cable.
4
A unit of length equal to one tenth of a nautical mile.

verb

1
To provide with cable(s)
2
To fasten (as if) with cable(s)
3
To wrap wires to form a cable
4
To send a telegram by cable

🔄 Synonyms of "Cable"

11 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

Word	Definition
linenoun	A path through two or more points (compare ‘segment’); a continuous mark, including as made by a pen; any path, curved or straight.
wirenoun	(uncountable) Metal formed into a thin, even thread, now usually by being drawn through a hole in a steel die.
telegraphnoun	To use a telegraph, send a message by telegraph.
cablegramnoun	A telegram transmitted via a submarine cable.
transmission linenoun	A set of wires used for long-distance electric power transmission.
cable lengthnoun	One tenth of a nautical mile.
cable televisionnoun	Television received through coaxial cables; specifically, a TV service that provides reception to suburbs or other residential areas through utility lines and offering a wide variety of TV channels through satellite reception.
cable systemnoun	a television system transmitted over cables
electrical cable	An electrical cable is an assembly of one or more wires running side by side or bundled, which is used as an electrical conductor to carry electric current.
overseas telegramnoun	a telegram sent abroad
cable television servicenoun	a television system transmitted over cables

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Cable"

Found via reverse dictionary — words that share a conceptual meaning.

Word	Definition
wirenoun	(uncountable) Metal formed into a thin, even thread, now usually by being drawn through a hole in a steel die.
cable lengthnoun	One tenth of a nautical mile.
transmission linenoun	A set of wires used for long-distance electric power transmission.
cablegramnoun	A telegram transmitted via a submarine cable.
telegraphnoun	(chiefly historical) The electrical device gradually developed in the early 19th century to transmit messages (telegrams) using Morse code; the entire system used to transmit its messages including overhead lines and transoceanic cables.
cable televisionnoun	Television received through coaxial cables; specifically, a TV service that provides reception to suburbs or other residential areas through utility lines and offering a wide variety of TV channels through satellite reception.
linenoun	A path through two or more points (compare ‘segment’); a continuous mark, including as made by a pen; any path, curved or straight.
cable systemnoun	a television system transmitted over cables
cable television servicenoun	a television system transmitted over cables
electrical cable	An electrical cable is an assembly of one or more wires running side by side or bundled, which is used as an electrical conductor to carry electric current.
overseas telegramnoun	a telegram sent abroad
winchnoun	A machine consisting of a drum on an axle, a friction brake or ratchet and pawl, and a crank handle or prime mover (often an electric or hydraulic motor), with or without gearing, to give increased mechanical advantage when hoisting or hauling on a rope or cable.
ductnoun	A pipe, tube or canal which carries gas or liquid from one place to another.
tethernoun	A rope, cable etc. that holds something in place whilst allowing some movement.
towlinenoun	A line or rope used for towing a vehicle or vessel.
ropenoun	(uncountable) Thick strings, yarn, monofilaments, metal wires, or strands of other cordage that are twisted together to form a stronger line.
harnessnoun	(countable) A restraint or support, especially one consisting of a loop or network of rope or straps, and especially one worn by a working animal such as a horse pulling a carriage or farm implement.
wiringnoun	A mass of electric wires.
cordnoun	(countable) A long, thin, flexible length of twisted yarns (strands) of fibre (a rope, for example).
terminalnoun	A building in an airport where passengers transfer from ground transportation to the facilities that allow them to board airplanes.