1. a thick rope or chain, especially one made of wire strands
2. a bundle of wires used to carry electrical signals or power
3. a system of television broadcasting using cables to transmit signals

1. to send a message by cable or telegram
Usage: dated
2. to fasten or secure with a cable

Examples

• The bridge is supported by thick steel cables.
• Make sure the power cable is plugged in properly.
• We switched from satellite to cable for better reception.
• The internet cable runs under the ocean floor.
• They had to cable the news to headquarters immediately.
• The workers cabled the equipment to prevent it from falling.
• The USB cable connects your phone to the computer.
• Cable television offers hundreds of channels.