Cable Definition & Meaning

cable
noun
  1. a telegram sent abroad
  2. a conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power
  3. a very strong thick rope made of twisted hemp or steel wire
  4. a nautical unit of depth
  5. television that is transmitted over cable directly to the receiver
  6. a television system that transmits over cables
verb
  1. send cables, wires, or telegrams
  2. fasten with a cable; "cable trees"

"Cable" in song lyrics

See how cable is used in real songs:

  • "We hip hop, three finger rings and a cable"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Lenore, Shawn Wigs — Yesterday
  • "Parlay, playin' diamond link, cubin' cable"
    2 Live Crew f/ Ice-T — The Real One
  • "Labels unstable cause my face is on cable"
    7L & Esoteric — Rest in Peace

Usage tips for "cable"

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