cable

/kˈe‍ɪbə‍l/

/ˈkeɪbəɫ/

Cable

a wire for transmitting electricity that is protected within a rubber case

synonyms : line

1.1

a very strong thick rope made of twisted hemp or steel wire

a system of transmitting television waves by using underground wires

2.1

television that is transmitted over cable directly to the receiver

a telegram sent abroad

synonyms : cablegram

a nautical unit of depth

to cable

MAIN VERB

send cables, wires, or telegrams

synonyms : telegraph

fasten with a cable

Examples

1. Cable TV reaches a huge audience.

2. Our cable service includes several movie and sports channels.

3. The cable company is installing new lines in our neighborhood.

4. My favorite cooking shows are on cable TV channels.