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电缆
diànlǎn
Description
电缆是一种粗的电线，外面有一层保护的东西，用来传送电或者信号。
A 电缆 is a thick wire with a protective layer outside, used to transmit electricity or signals.
我们常常在地下或者海底看到电缆。
We often see 电缆 underground or under the sea.
Meanings
电缆diànlǎn
cable; electric or communication cable
工人正在修理地下的电缆。
The workers are repairing the underground cables.
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Notes
- Etymology
电 (electricity) + 缆 (thick rope/cable), literally "electric cable".
- Nuance
电缆 is thicker/protected; 电线 refers to ordinary thinner wires.
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