cable

The word “cable” has 2 syllables: ca-ble.

It's pronounced as /ˈkeɪbəl/.


What is synonym and antonym for cable?

In the thesaurus, “cable” has 4 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for cable along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for cable

  • cord
  • link
  • rope
  • wire

Meanings of cable

  • noun
    1. (material) A long object used to make a physical connection.
    2. (communications) A system for transmitting television or Internet services over a network of coaxial or fibreoptic cables.
    3. A telegram, notably when sent by (submarine) telegraph cable.
    4. A unit of length equal to one tenth of a nautical mile.
    5. (unit, chiefly nautical) 100 fathoms, 600 imperial feet, approximately 185 m.
    6. The currency pair British Pound against United States Dollar.
    7. A moulding, shaft of a column, or any other member of convex, rounded section, made to resemble the spiral twist of a rope.
    8. A textural pattern achieved by passing groups of stitches over one another.
  • verb
    1. To provide with cable(s).
    2. To fasten (as if) with cable(s).
    3. To wrap wires to form a cable.
    4. To send a telegram by cable.
    5. To communicate by cable.
    6. To ornament with cabling.
    7. To create cable stitches.

Example Sentences

  • The technician carefully connected the cable to establish a secure internet connection.
  • During the storm, residents experienced disruptions in their TV signal due to a damaged cable.
  • The internet connection was down due to a damaged fiber-optic cable.
  • In the conference room, participants plugged in their laptops using the provided cable.
  • The ship's crew worked quickly to repair the damaged cable and restore communication with the mainland.

On this page you'll find 4 synonyms or another words to cable, such as: cord, link, rope, wire.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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