cables

The word “cables” has 2 syllables: ca-bles

It's pronounced as /ˈkeɪbəlz/


What is synonym and antonym for cables?

In the thesaurus, “cables” has 3 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for cables along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for cables

  • cords
  • ropes
  • wires

Meanings of cables

  • noun
    1. (material) A long object used to make a physical connection.
    2. (communications) A system for transmitting television or Internet services over a network of coaxial or fibreoptic cables.
    3. A telegram, notably when sent by (submarine) telegraph cable.
    4. A unit of length equal to one tenth of a nautical mile.
    5. (unit, chiefly nautical) 100 fathoms, 600 imperial feet, approximately 185 m.
    6. The currency pair British Pound against United States Dollar.
    7. A moulding, shaft of a column, or any other member of convex, rounded section, made to resemble the spiral twist of a rope.
    8. A textural pattern achieved by passing groups of stitches over one another.
  • verb
    1. To provide with cable(s).
    2. To fasten (as if) with cable(s).
    3. To wrap wires to form a cable.
    4. To send a telegram by cable.
    5. To communicate by cable.
    6. To ornament with cabling.
    7. To create cable stitches.

Example Sentences

  • The electrician carefully organized the tangled cables behind the computer desk.
  • Sailors secured the ship with thick, sturdy cables to withstand the stormy sea.
  • In the studio, technicians tested the audio equipment and connected the necessary cables.
  • The mountain climbers relied on durable cables for safety as they ascended the steep cliffs.
  • The engineer inspected the network server room, ensuring all cables were properly connected.

On this page you'll find 3 synonyms or another words to cables, such as: cords, ropes, wires.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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laces

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  • ropes
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  • whipping
  • wires

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