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telegraphed

 

[ tɛləˌɡræft ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

communication context

Telegraphed refers to the act of sending a message or information via a telegraph. This method of communication uses coded signals to transmit messages over long distances, often through wires. The practice became widespread in the 19th century, allowing for near-instantaneous communication that was previously impossible. Although telegraphy has largely been replaced by modern technologies, the term 'telegraphed' can also be used metaphorically to describe conveying messages or signals in a clear and direct manner.

Synonyms

communicated, informed, messaged

Examples of usage

  • She telegraphed the news to her family.
  • The announcement was telegraphed to all employees.
  • He telegraphed his intentions clearly during the meeting.

Translations

Translations of the word "telegraphed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 telegrama

🇮🇳 टेलीग्राफ किया गया

🇩🇪 telegrammiert

🇮🇩 dikirim melalui telegraf

🇺🇦 телеграфований

🇵🇱 telegrafowany

🇯🇵 電報送信された

🇫🇷 télégraphié

🇪🇸 telegrafiado

🇹🇷 telgraf gönderildi

🇰🇷 전신으로 보낸

🇸🇦 تم الإبلاغ عنه بالتلغراف

🇨🇿 telegrafováno

🇸🇰 telegrafované

🇨🇳 电报发送的

🇸🇮 telegrafirano

🇮🇸 símað

🇰🇿 телеграфталған

🇬🇪 ტელეგრაფირებული

🇦🇿 telegraf edilmiş

🇲🇽 telegrafiado

Word origin

The term 'telegraphed' comes from the word 'telegraph', which itself originates from the Greek words 'tele' (meaning 'distant') and 'graph' (meaning 'to write'). The modern telegraph was developed in the early 19th century, revolutionizing long-distance communication. Samuel Morse and others played pivotal roles in this development, creating systems that allowed for electrical signals to be sent across wires. This technology enabled rapid communication, changing how information was shared across continents. By the late 1800s, telegraph systems were widely used around the world, and the verb form 'telegraphed' emerged to describe the action of sending messages via this method. While telegrams are now largely obsolete due to advancements in technology, the legacy of telegraph communication remains in phrases and language that persist today.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,798, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.