Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
marconigram
noun
/ˈmɑr.kə.nəˌɡræm/
Definition
A message sent via radio telegraphy, especially those using a system of dot and dash signals (Morse code).
Examples
- The captain sent a marconigram to the shipping office to report their position.
- During the war, marconigrams were vital for coordinating troop movements.
Meaning
The term refers specifically to a type of radiogram that is transmitted over long distances, conveying important information or communications.
Synonyms
- radiogram
- telegram
- wireless message
