cable

(noun) a telegram sent abroad. Synonyms: cablegram, overseas telegram.

(noun) a conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power. Synonyms: line, transmission line.

(noun) a very strong thick rope made of twisted hemp or steel wire.

(noun) a nautical unit of depth. Synonyms: cable length, cable's length.

(noun) television that is transmitted over cable directly to the receiver. Synonyms: cable television.

(noun) a television system that transmits over cables. Synonyms: cable television, cable system, cable television service.

(verb) send cables, wires, or telegrams. Synonyms: telegraph, wire.

(verb) fasten with a cable. Examples: "Cable trees."