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cable

 
 
pronunciation:
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: A cable is a thick, strong rope made of fiber or steel.
Some bridges hang from heavy cables.
synonyms:
rope
similar words:
cord, line, strand
definition 2: A cable is a wrapped wire that carries electricity.
We need to plug this cable into the back of the computer.
synonyms:
cord, wire
similar words:
line, strand
definition 3: Cable is a form of television in which the sound and picture signals are sent by a special wire rather than through the air.
Cable gives you a lot of channels.
similar words:
television
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