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telegraphing

 

[ ˈtɛlɪˌgræfɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

communication method

Telegraphing refers to the act of sending messages over long distances using code or signals, most famously through the telegraph system. This method became widely used in the 19th century when it revolutionized communication, allowing instant transmission of information. The term now can also refer to any non-verbal cues that predict future actions, especially in contexts like sports, where players may signal intentions without explicit communication.

Synonyms

communicating, indicating, signaling

Examples of usage

  • He was telegraphing his intentions with every move on the field.
  • The telegraphing of messages played a crucial role during wartime.
  • Body language can often be a form of telegraphing in negotiations.

Translations

Translations of the word "telegraphing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 telegrafia

🇮🇳 टेलीग्राफिंग

🇩🇪 Telegrafie

🇮🇩 telegrafi

🇺🇦 телеграфування

🇵🇱 telegrafowanie

🇯🇵 電信

🇫🇷 télégraphie

🇪🇸 telegrafía

🇹🇷 telgraf

🇰🇷 전신

🇸🇦 التلغراف

🇨🇿 telegrafie

🇸🇰 telegrafovanie

🇨🇳 电报

🇸🇮 telegrafiranje

🇮🇸 sjálfvirk skeyti

🇰🇿 телеграфия

🇬🇪 ტელეგრაფია

🇦🇿 telegrafiya

🇲🇽 telegrafía

Etymology

The term 'telegraph' comes from the Greek roots 'tele-' meaning distant and '-graph' meaning writing. The first practical telegraph system was developed in the early 1830s, allowing for the transmission of messages over electric wires. This technology dramatically changed how information was shared, particularly in journalism and business. The notion of telegraphing evolved to encompass signaling and communication beyond the mechanical devices, reflecting both the physical and metaphorical implications of conveying messages. As communication technologies advanced, the essence of telegraphing began to include aspects of body language and anticipatory signals in modern contexts such as sports and interpersonal interactions.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,204 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.