fast telegram

English

Noun

fast telegram (plural fast telegrams)

(telegraphy, historical) A telegram sent during either the day or night at a full rate for immediate delivery, typically with a minimum charge for 10 words or less.
Synonym: straight telegram

Coordinate terms: day letter, night letter

Further reading

“fast telegram”, in Dictionary.com Unabridged, Dictionary.com, LLC, 1995–present.

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