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    Télégraphe (en. Telegraph)

    /teleɡʁaf/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A communication device that allows the sending of information in the form of signals.
    The telegraph revolutionized communication in the late 19th century.
    Le télégraphe a révolutionné la communication à la fin du 19e siècle.
    A system used for transmitting messages via Morse code.
    He used the telegraph to send coded messages during his mission.
    Il utilisait le télégraphe pour envoyer des messages codés lors de sa mission.
    A device that enables data transmission over distances.
    The electric telegraph was a major technological advancement.
    Le télégraphe électrique a été une avancée technologique majeure.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'têle', which means 'far', and 'grapho', which means 'to write'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a telegraph
    To be quickly informed of the news.
    avoir un télégraphe
    to send a telegram
    To send an urgent message.
    envoyer un télégramme

    Related Words

    radio
    Device that allows messages to be transmitted by radio waves.
    radio
    telephone
    Device that makes vocal communication possible over distances.
    téléphone
    internet
    Global network of electronic communication.
    internet

    Slang Meanings

    To send a message to someone quickly.
    I will telegraph you the info as soon as I arrive.
    Je vais te télégraphier les infos dès que j'arrive.
    To be in quick contact.
    Stay connected, I will telegraph you as soon as I have news.
    Restez connectés, je vous télégraphie dès que j'ai des nouvelles.