What is the meaning of cable?

noun

• 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

verb

• Send cables, wires, or telegrams.
  • synonyms: telegraph, wire
• Fasten with a cable.
  • usage: "cable trees"