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Cable
01
a group of wires bundled together for transmitting electricity that is protected within a rubber case
Examples
The electrician installed a new cable to ensure a stable power supply to the building.
02
a system that delivers television programming via coaxial or fiber-optic cables
Examples
Our apartment subscribes to a cable service.
2.1
television programming transmitted over a cable network directly to the viewer
Examples
She watched the documentary on cable last night.
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
cables
Examples
A strong cable is essential for sailing, providing durability in rough waters.
04
a message or dispatch sent internationally, traditionally by telegraph
Examples
He sent a cable to his business partner in London.
05
a unit of length used in maritime contexts, approximately one-tenth of a nautical mile or 185 meters
Examples
The ship anchored two cables from shore.
to cable
01
to send a message or telegram, especially over long distances by cable or wire
Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
cable
3rd person singular
cables
Present participle
cabling
Past simple
cabled
Past participle
cabled
Examples
He cabled his family with the news.
02
to fasten, connect, or bind something with a cable
Examples
The workers cabled the bridge supports together.
