Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

telegraphy

Noun

ˌtɛlɪˈgræfi

Definition

The science and practice of transmitting messages over long distances using electrical signals.

Examples

The invention of telegraphy revolutionized long-distance communication in the 19th century.
Telegraphy was crucial for coordinating military operations during the Civil War.
Though largely replaced by modern communication methods, telegraphy laid the groundwork for later technologies.

Meaning

Telegraphy refers to the method of communication that allows information to be sent and received across significant distances through the use of symbols and signals, primarily using wires.