cable

• 指由金属丝或纤维制成的粗壮结实的绳索；也指由多根绝缘导线组成的、用于传输电力或信号的线缆。

A noun referring to a strong, thick rope made of wire or fiber, or a set of insulated wires used for transmitting electricity or signals.

1. Wire or ropeA2formal

   A strong, thick rope made of wires twisted together, used for supporting structures or transmitting electricity.

   缆绳或电缆

   • The bridge is supported by steel cables.
   • The electrician ran a cable from the house to the garage.
   • The ship's anchor was attached to a heavy cable.

   同义词cordhawserlineropewire

2. Television serviceA2informal

   A system of transmitting television programs by cable, often paid for by subscription.

   有线电视

   • We have cable TV with over 200 channels.
   • The cable went out during the storm.
   • She subscribes to cable for sports and movies.

   同义词cable television

3. Electronic connectionA2informal

   A wire or set of wires used to connect electronic devices for data or power transfer.

   电缆

   • I need a USB cable to charge my phone.
   • The printer is connected to the computer with a cable.
   • Make sure the HDMI cable is plugged in properly.

   同义词cordflexleadwire

• 动词，指通过电缆发送消息或传输某物，或用缆绳固定。

A verb meaning to send a message or transmit something via cable, or to fasten or secure with a cable.

1. Send a telegramB2formal

   To send a message via telegram or cable.

   发电报

   • He cabled his family to inform them of his arrival.
   • The company cabled the urgent order to the supplier.
   • She cabled congratulations to the newlyweds.

   同义词telegramtelegraphwire

2. Connect with cableB2formal

   To connect or fasten something using a cable.

   用缆绳连接

   • They cabled the equipment to the floor for safety.
   • The technician cabled the computer to the network.
   • We need to cable the antenna to the roof securely.

   同义词wire