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Morse code n. (Teleg.) A telegraphic code, in which dots, dashes, and spaces represent letters, numbers, and other elements of text. The original code was invented by Samuel B. Morse. The code now mostly used is the International Morse code, also referred to simply as the Morse code. The Morse code was used chiefly with the electric telegraph, but is also employed in signalling with flags, lights, etc.

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Collaborative International Dictionary of English 0.48

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... adjusting the lenses and mirrors in the sunlight. Then he began working them, and it was apparent that he was flashing light beams, using a Morse code. It was ...

— The Romance of Elaine • Arthur B. Reeve

... causes the deflection of a small magnet, to which is attached a mirror about three-eighths of an inch in diameter, a beam of light is reflected from a properly arranged lamp, by the mirror, on to a paper scale. The dots and dashes of the Morse code are indicated by the motions of the spot of light to the right and left respectively of the center ...

— Scientific American Supplement, No. 795, March 28, 1891 • Various

... you understand the Morse code," replied Tom. "You see there may be many clicks, which result from wireless messages flying back and forth in space, and my receiver will pick them up. But they will mean nothing. Only the answer to our call for help will be of any ...

— Tom Swift and his Wireless Message • Victor Appleton

... he said to himself and then sent a number of flashes as before, holding the light for a longer or shorter period as required to indicate dots and dashes in the Morse code ...

— The Hilltop Boys - A Story of School Life • Cyril Burleigh

Words linked to "Morse code" : international Morse code, code, dit, dot, dash, dah