1753
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From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
highly skilled
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
the performance of a part or role in a drama
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading Words were to be spelled by the action of the electricity in attracting paper letters, or by striking bells corresponding to letters.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
alphabetnounUS /ˈælfəbet/
a character set that includes letters and is used to write a language
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Many of these old experiments were very crude and appear somewhat ridiculous when compared with the methods of nowadays.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
attractingverbUS /əˈtræktɪŋ/
-ing form of “attract” — direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes
From this reading Words were to be spelled by the action of the electricity in attracting paper letters, or by striking bells corresponding to letters.
attractiveadjectiveUS /əˈtræktɪv/
pleasing to the eye or mind especially through beauty or charm
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Words were to be spelled by the action of the electricity in attracting paper letters, or by striking bells corresponding to letters.
plural of “bell” — a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck
From this reading Words were to be spelled by the action of the electricity in attracting paper letters, or by striking bells corresponding to letters.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
combinationsnounUS /ˌkɑːmbəˈneɪʃənz/
plural of “combination” — a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
comparedverbUS /kəmˈperd/
past form of “compare” — examine and note the similarities or differences of
From this reading Many of these old experiments were very crude and appear somewhat ridiculous when compared with the methods of nowadays.
consistsverbUS /kənˈsɪsts/
third-person singular of “consist” — originate
From this reading The modern telegraph consists essentially of four things, namely:
conveyedverbUS /kənˈveɪd/
past form of “convey” — (of information) make known; pass on
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
correspondingadjectiveUS /ˌkɔːrəˈspɑːndɪŋ/
accompanying
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
crudeadjectiveUS /kruːd/
not carefully or expertly made
From this reading Many of these old experiments were very crude and appear somewhat ridiculous when compared with the methods of nowadays.
a flow of electricity through a conductor
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
the act of discovering something
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
earliestadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrliəst/
(comparative and superlative of “early”) more early than; most early
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
electricadjectiveUS /ɪˈlektrɪk/
using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
electricitynounUS /ɪˌlekˈtrɪsəti/
a physical phenomenon associated with stationary or moving electrons and protons
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
essentiallyadverbUS /eˈsenʃəli/
in essence; at bottom or by one's (or its) very nature
From this reading The modern telegraph consists essentially of four things, namely:
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
ExperimentsnounUS /ɪkˈsperəmənts/
plural of “experiment” — the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
FebruarynounUS /ˈfebjəweri/
the month following January and preceding March
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading The modern telegraph consists essentially of four things, namely:
galvanicadjectiveUS /ɡælˈvænɪk/
pertaining to or producing electric current by chemical action
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
a brittle transparent solid with irregular atomic structure
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
the quality of being important and worthy of note
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
plural of “kind” — a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
the literary culture
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
MagazinenounUS /ˈmæɡəziːn/
a periodic publication containing pictures and stories and articles of interest to those who purchase it or subscribe to it
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading Many of these old experiments were very crude and appear somewhat ridiculous when compared with the methods of nowadays.
messagesnounUS /ˈmesədʒəz/
plural of “message” — a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
methodsnounUS /ˈmeθədz/
plural of “method” — a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)
From this reading Many of these old experiments were very crude and appear somewhat ridiculous when compared with the methods of nowadays.
belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages
From this reading The modern telegraph consists essentially of four things, namely:
namelyadverbUS /ˈneɪmli/
as follows
From this reading The modern telegraph consists essentially of four things, namely:
not one thing; not anything
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
nowadaysnounUS /ˈnaʊədeɪz/
the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech
From this reading Many of these old experiments were very crude and appear somewhat ridiculous when compared with the methods of nowadays.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Many of these old experiments were very crude and appear somewhat ridiculous when compared with the methods of nowadays.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Words were to be spelled by the action of the electricity in attracting paper letters, or by striking bells corresponding to letters.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
From this reading Words were to be spelled by the action of the electricity in attracting paper letters, or by striking bells corresponding to letters.
parallelnounUS /ˈperəlel/
something having the property of being analogous to something else
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
concerned with actual use or practice
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
proposalnounUS /prəˈpoʊzəl/
something proposed (such as a plan or assumption)
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
past form of “propose” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
representingverbUS /ˌreprɪˈzentɪŋ/
-ing form of “represent” — take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
inspiring scornful pity
From this reading Many of these old experiments were very crude and appear somewhat ridiculous when compared with the methods of nowadays.
rodsnounUS /rɑːdz/
plural of “rod” — a long thin implement made of metal or wood
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
ScotsnounUS /skɑːts/
the dialect of English used in Scotland
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
similar things placed in order or happening one after another
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
plural of “show” — the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
to a small degree or extent
From this reading Many of these old experiments were very crude and appear somewhat ridiculous when compared with the methods of nowadays.
sparksnounUS /spɑːrks/
plural of “spark” — a momentary flash of light
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
spelledverbUS /speld/
past form of “spell” — orally recite the letters of or give the spelling of
From this reading Words were to be spelled by the action of the electricity in attracting paper letters, or by striking bells corresponding to letters.
staticadjectiveUS /ˈstætɪk/
not in physical motion
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect
From this reading Words were to be spelled by the action of the electricity in attracting paper letters, or by striking bells corresponding to letters.
supportedadjectiveUS /səˈpɔːrtɪd/
sustained or maintained by aid (as distinct from physical support)
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
telegraphnounUS /ˈteləɡræf/
apparatus used to communicate at a distance over a wire (usually in Morse code)
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
telegraphs
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From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
telegraphynoun
communicating at a distance by electric transmission over wire
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading The modern telegraph consists essentially of four things, namely:
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
transmitverbUS /trænzˈmɪt/
transfer to another
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
the cardinal number that is the sum of nineteen and one
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
precisely as stated
From this reading Many of these old experiments were very crude and appear somewhat ridiculous when compared with the methods of nowadays.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
at the time that
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
wiresnounUS /ˈwaɪərz/
plural of “wire” — ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Many of these old experiments were very crude and appear somewhat ridiculous when compared with the methods of nowadays.
the words that are spoken
From this reading Words were to be spelled by the action of the electricity in attracting paper letters, or by striking bells corresponding to letters.
plural of “yard” — a unit of length equal to 3 feet; defined as 91.44 centimeters; originally taken to be the average length of a stride
From this reading The earliest proposal for an electric telegraph appeared in the _Scots’ Magazine_ for February, 1753, and shows several kinds of proposed telegraphs acting by the attractive power of electricity, conveyed by a series of parallel wires, one wire corresponding to each letter of the alphabet and supported by glass rods at every twenty yards.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading Experiments in telegraphy were carried out as far back as the year 1753, when it was proposed to transmit messages by representing the letters of the alphabet by combinations of sparks produced by a static machine; but these were of little practical value and nothing of any importance was accomplished until after the discovery of galvanic current.
