Cable
01
电缆, 电线
a group of wires bundled together for transmitting electricity that is protected within a rubber case
例子
She tripped over the cable running across the floor, which was connected to the power strip.
她被横跨地板的电缆绊倒了，那电缆连接着电源插排。
02
a system that delivers television programming via coaxial or fiber-optic cables
例子
Cable offers more channels than standard broadcast TV.
例子
The construction crew used a heavy cable to hoist the steel beams into place.
施工队用一根重型电缆将钢梁吊装到位。
04
a message or dispatch sent internationally, traditionally by telegraph
例子
The company received an urgent cable from headquarters.
05
a unit of length used in maritime contexts, approximately one-tenth of a nautical mile or 185 meters
例子
Visibility extended for half a cable.
to cable
01
to send a message or telegram, especially over long distances by cable or wire
例子
The ambassador cabled urgent instructions to the consulate.
02
to fasten, connect, or bind something with a cable
例子
The ship was securely cabled to the dock.
