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tel·e·graph
 telegraph
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- pronunciation:
- te
l
graef
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
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noun |
| definition: |
a system by which messages may be sent by electronic means. The telegraph puts messages in code and sends them along wires.
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| related words: |
line |
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verb |
| inflections: |
telegraphs, telegraphing, telegraphed |
| definition: |
to send a telegram to.
I telegraphed them about our arrival.- similar words:
- cable
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| derivations: |
telegraphic (adj.), telegraphically (adv.), telegrapher (n.) |
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