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Morse code

noun

either of two systems of clicks and pauses, short and long sounds, or flashes of light, used to represent the letters of the alphabet, numerals, etc.: now used primarily in radiotelegraphy by ham operators.

Morse code

a telegraph code formerly used internationally for transmitting messages; it was superseded by satellite technology (the Global Marine Distress and Safety System) in 1999. Letters, numbers, etc, are represented by groups of shorter dots and longer dashes, or by groups of the corresponding sounds, dits and dahs, the groups being separated by spaces Also calledinternational Morse code

Morse code

A code developed by Samuel Morse used for transmitting messages in which letters of the alphabet and numbers are represented by various sequences of written dots and dashes, or short and long signals such as electric tones or voltages. Morse code was used extensively in telegraphy. In a format that has been standardized for international use, it is still sometimes used for long distance radio communication.

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First recorded in 1830–40; after S. F. B. Morse

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C19: named after Samuel Morse

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The duchess sat at a replica radio to hear, learn about, and decipher morse code.

Invisible ink makes an appearance in the complaint as does Morse Code, which, of course, is pretty uncrackable.

The alphabet of signals employed is the 'Morse code,' so generally in vogue throughout the world.

The Morse Code of Signals is not hard to learn but it requires much practice to "receive" even when the message is sent slowly.

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Think of the things you learned in winning those twenty badges—the Morse Code, life saving, carpentry work.

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