cable

nouns

a telegram sent abroad
a conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power
a very strong thick rope made of twisted hemp or steel wire
is a part of
a bridge that has a roadway supported by cables that are anchored at both ends
is a type of (narrower)
a strong line
a nautical unit of depth
television that is transmitted over cable directly to the receiver
a television system that transmits over cables

verbs

send cables, wires, or telegrams
fasten with a cable
"cable trees"
is a type of (narrower)
cause to be firmly attached
"fasten the lock onto the door"; "she fixed her gaze on the man"