Phrase guide
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noun
A set of wires used for long-distance electric power transmission.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Synonyms: power transmission line
Antonyms: none provided
noun
A structure such as a waveguide or stripline constructed so as to pass electric signals with fidelity and minimal loss.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
a conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: cable, line
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: conductor
Narrower terms: coaxial cable, coax, coax cable, electrical cable, fiber optic cable, fibre optic cable, power line, power cable, printer cable
History
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Across languages
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