noun
- thick strong ropes made of twisted metal wires or fibers
- insulated wires that carry electrical signals or power
- messages sent by telegraph or submarine cable
Usage: dated
verb
- sends a message by telegraph or cable
Usage: dated
Examples
- The bridge is supported by thick steel cables.
- We need to run ethernet cables to connect the computers.
- The power cables were damaged in the storm.
- The ship’s anchor is attached to heavy chains and cables.
- She cables the news to headquarters every evening.
- The submarine cables carry internet data across the ocean.
- Television cables bring signals into our homes.