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umpty

umpty

9.9
A long signal or dash used in Morse code
  • noun
  • Archaic
translation icon : guion largo
  • In old telegraphy, a umpty was used to represent a dash.

Examples

  • The operator tapped out an umpty to signal the start of the message.

  • He explained that each umpty in Morse code stands for a long sound.

  • The operator sent an umpty to indicate a pause.

  • Did you notice the umpties in the signal?

  • In Morse code, each umpty represents a long signal used to convey important information.

  • The telegraph operator used an umpty to signify a pause in the transmission of the message.

  • Before sending the message, he carefully counted the umpties to ensure proper spacing.

Synonyms

dash
vsumpty
  • Specialized
3 5.6

A long signal used in Morse code

is the informal name used in casual speech about telegraphy and signals
dah
vsumpty
  • Specialized
1 9.9

A long signal in Morse code shown by a dash

is an informal term used instead of the standard technical name

Surface Forms

umpty singular
umpties plural

Etymology

Umpty was once used by telegraph and Morse code operators as a name for a long dash because the spoken sound imitated the long signal. So in old telegraphy an umpty is a 'dash' or 'long sound'.