Cable television
Definition
A television distribution system that transmits programming signals through coaxial or fiber-optic cables to subscribers' homes, offering a wider selection of channels than traditional broadcast TV.
A paid subscription service delivering multiple television networks, often bundled with internet and phone services, pioneered in the mid-20th century to improve reception in remote areas.
Examples
After cutting the cord, I realized cable television's endless channels were just a fancy excuse for channel-surfing paralysis.
My cable television bill climbed so high, it started demanding its own zip code.
In the golden age of cable television, flipping through 100 channels meant finding nothing but infomercials at 3 AM.
Cable television promised premium content, but delivered mostly reruns of shows I'd already forgotten.