1. relating to or sent by telegraph
2. extremely brief and concise in style, like a telegram

Examples

• The telegraphic message arrived within hours.
• She sent a telegraphic communication to her family overseas.
• His telegraphic writing style made every word count.
• The reporter’s telegraphic notes captured only the essential facts.
• The old telegraphic system connected distant cities.
• Her telegraphic response consisted of just three words.
• The telegraphic cables stretched across the ocean floor.