cable
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
A thick wire or a bundle of wires used to carry electricity or signals, or a strong thick rope.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
wire
cord
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "They ran a new _____ from the router to the office upstairs."
Answer: cable
In your own words, what does "cable" mean?
A thick wire or a bundle of wires used to carry electricity or signals, or a strong thick rope.
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