telegraphy
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rə noun
the art or practice of constructing or operating telegraphs.
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telegraphy (tɪˈlɛɡrəfɪ) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | See also facsimile a system of telecommunications involving any process providing reproduction at a distance of written, printed, or pictorial matter |
| 2. | the skill or process of operating a telegraph |
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Telegraphy
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telegraphy definition
communications, historyA historical term for communication, either wired or wireless, using Morse code. The term is used in contrast with telephony meaning voice transmission. Telegraphy is sometimes (somewhat incorrectly) referred to as "continuous wave" or CW transmission.
(2009-11-24)
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Katherine evidently never forgot her telegraphy skills.
Connor's schooling was neglected and he never graduated from high school, but he learned the craft of telegraphy from his father.
His early experiments included ways to improve and use telegraphy.
As the control operator of a club station transmitting telegraphy practice or information bulletins.
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