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Morse code

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\ ˈmȯrs- How to pronounce Morse code (audio) \

Definition of Morse code

: either of two codes consisting of variously spaced dots and dashes or long and short sounds used for transmitting messages by audible or visual signals
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First Known Use of Morse code

1859, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for Morse code

Samuel F. B. Morse

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The first known use of Morse code was in 1859

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“Morse code.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Morse%20code. Accessed 25 Jun. 2022.

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Morse code

noun
\ ˈmȯrs- How to pronounce Morse code (audio) \

Kids Definition of Morse code

: a system of sending messages that uses long and short sounds or dots and dashes to represent letters and numbers

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