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Definition of telegraphy

telegraphy

/təˈlɛɡrəfi/
te · leg · ra · phy
Adverb:telegraphically
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Adjective:telegraphic
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telegraphy Lexical Profile

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1

The science, practice, or technology of transmitting messages over long distances using coded signals, especially by electrical impulses along wires or by radio waves.

Example

"The rapid expansion of wireless telegraphy in the early twentieth century revolutionized maritime safety and international journalism."

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telegraph
telegrapher
telegraphic
telegraphy
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telekia
telekinesis

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 18th century from French télégraphie, combining the Ancient Greek prefix tēle- ('far off') with -graphia ('writing'), originally referring to optical semaphore signaling systems before the invention of the electrical telegraph.

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