As a noun, a cable is a thick, strong rope or wire used for support, electricity, or sending signals. As a verb, it can mean to send a message by telegraph or undersea wire (historical use).
From Old North French 'cable,' from Late Latin 'capulum' meaning 'rope' or 'halter.' It first referred to heavy ropes used on ships. With electricity and telegraphs, the word expanded to thick electrical and communication wires.
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