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ca·ble

cable

 
 
pronunciation:
keI bl
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a thick, strong rope made of steel.
some bridges hang from heavy cables
synonyms:
rope
similar words:
cord, line
definition 2: wrapped wires that carry electricity.
The monitor and keyboard are connected to the computer by cables.
synonyms:
cord, wire
similar words:
line
definition 3: a form of television in which the sound and picture signals are sent by a special wire rather than through the air.
You can only get that channel on cable.
similar words:
television
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