The Clue
Mooring chain (5 letter answer)
The Answer
CABLE
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Notes
The answer CABLE is uncommon, appearing about once every 450 puzzles.
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Definition
CABLE as a noun:
1. (cable, cablegram, overseas telegram) = a telegram sent abroad
2. (cable, line, transmission line) = a conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power
3. a very strong thick rope made of twisted hemp or steel wire
4. (cable, cable length, cable's length) = a nautical unit of depth
5. (cable television, cable) = television that is transmitted over cable directly to the receiver
6. (cable, cable television, cable system, cable television service) = a television system that transmits over cables
CABLE as a verb:
1. (cable, telegraph, wire) = send cables, wires, or telegrams
2. fasten with a cable; "cable trees"