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Definition of telegraphic

telegraphic

/ˌtɛləˈɡræfɪk/
tel · e · graph · ic
Adverb:telegraphically
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1

Concise, clipped, or omitting nonessential words, in the style of a telegram (especially in linguistics regarding early child speech).

Example

"Toddlers often speak in telegraphic sentences such as 'want milk' before mastering complex grammar."

2

Relating to, using, or transmitted by a telegraph or telegram.

Example

"Before the invention of the telephone, businesses relied heavily on telegraphic communication to coordinate across continents."

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• Rhymes for telegraphic

• Nearby Words

telegram
telegraph
telegrapher
telegraphic
telegraphy
telehealth
telekia

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 18th century from 'telegraph' plus the suffix '-ic', ultimately from Ancient Greek 'tēle' (far off) and 'graphein' (to write).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Telegraphic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/telegraphic
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