teletypes

/ˈtɛləˌtaɪps/
noun
  1. Plural of teletype; machines used for sending and receiving typed messages over long distances.
    • During the war, teletypes were essential for military communication.
    • Collectors still restore old teletypes for historical demonstrations.
    • The office had several teletypes connected to different news agencies.
verb
  1. Third person singular present of teletype; sends a message using a teletype machine.
    • He teletypes the order to the warehouse for immediate processing.
    • She teletypes the weather report to the airport control tower.
    • The reporter teletypes the story to the main office every evening.
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