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[でん(電)·せん(線)]
densen
noun

English Meaning(s) for 電線

noun
  1. electric line; electric cable; power cable
  2. telephone line; telegraph wire
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Definition and Synonyms for 電線

Cable a conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power
Synonyms: でんらん, ケーブル, 回線, 線, 電線
Telephone Line the wire that carries telegraph and telephone signals
Synonyms: 電線, 電話線

Meanings for each kanji in 電線

» electricity
» line; track

Categories 電線 is a member of

Conductor a device designed to transmit electricity, heat, etc.
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Wire a metal conductor that carries electricity over a distance
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Sample Sentences for 電線

Wires carry electricity.
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Electricity cables are made of copper.
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If you touch that wire, you'll get a shock.
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If you touch that wire, you will receive a shock.
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The strong wind cut the electric wires in several places.
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