Telegraphic (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Having the style of a telegram with many short words left out; "telegraphic economy of words"; "the strange telegraphic speech of some aphasics".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Meaning 2
Of or relating to or transmitted by telegraph; "a telegraphic machine"; "telegraphic news reports".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The news agency released a telegraphic statement confirming the CEO's resignation.
- The company used a telegraphic system to transmit messages across the country.
- The telegraphic ticker tape spewed out stock prices and financial news in a steady stream.
- The newspaper received a telegraphic dispatch from the battlefield, which was later published on the front page.
- The writer's style was described as telegraphic, with short, punchy sentences that conveyed a sense of urgency.