Definition of 'cable'

Noun

1. a telegram sent abroad
      Synonyms: cablegram overseas telegram
2. a conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power
      Synonyms: line transmission line
3. a very strong thick rope made of twisted hemp or steel wire
4. a nautical unit of depth
      Synonyms: cable length cable's length
5. television that is transmitted over cable directly to the receiver
      Synonyms: cable television
6. a television system that transmits over cables
      Synonyms: cable television cable system cable television service

Verb

1. send cables, wires, or telegrams
      Synonyms: telegraph wire
2. fasten with a cable; "cable trees"

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