cable up

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

To connect by inserting or installing a cable.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

That is why Britain should base its efforts to cable up the country on optical fibre, rather than on an obsolescent technology.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “cable up” mean?

To connect by inserting or installing a cable.

Is “cable up” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.