What is the meaning of cable?

A telegram sent abroad.
- synonyms: cablegram, overseas telegram
A conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power.
- synonyms: line, transmission line
A very strong thick rope made of twisted hemp or steel wire.
A nautical unit of depth.
- synonyms: cable length, cable's length
Television that is transmitted over cable directly to the receiver.
- synonyms: cable television
A television system that transmits over cables.
- synonyms: cable television, cable system, cable television service

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