coaxial cable n 1: a transmission line for high-frequency signals [syn: {coaxial cable}, {coax}, {coax cable}]
coaxial cable coax <hardware> A kind of cable with a solid central conductor surrounded by insulator, in turn surrounded by a cylindrical shield woven from fine wires. It is used to carry high frequency signals such as {video} or {radio}. The shield is usually connected to electrical ground to reduce electrical interference. (1995-03-28)