cable

US /ˈkeɪ.bəl/
UK /ˈkeɪ.bəl/
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a thick rope of wire or steel.

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The bridge is supported by strong steel cables.
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They used a heavy cable to tow the car.
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ropecordwirelinehawser
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a set of wires, covered in plastic, that carries electricity or signals.

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Make sure the power cable is securely plugged in.
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The internet connection uses a fiber optic cable.
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wirecordlead
3.

television programs transmitted by cable rather than by broadcast waves.

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Do you have cable TV at home?
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I prefer watching movies on cable.
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cable TVcable television
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to send a message by cable.

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He decided to cable his family the good news.
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The company will cable the instructions to all branches.
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telegraphwiresend a telegram
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cable carcable televisionjumper cable