Definitions

1. noun

A message or news sent through a telegraph or a similar electronic system, especially a short message sent by mobile phone or the internet.

“She received a telegram from her friend announcing her engagement.”

2. verb

To send a message or news through a telegraph or a similar electronic system.

“The company telegrammed its customers with a special promotion.”

3. noun

A system of sending messages or news through a telegraph or a similar electronic system, especially the internet or mobile phones.

“The telegram service was popular in the 19th century.”