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Definition

A system used by primitive cultures in remote tropical regions for communication over long distances, such as drum sounds or a relay of runners.

A gossip network; an informal communication system within a group or organization.

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In Context

  • "Working both sides of the stream, they got native chieftains to pass the word by jungle telegraph."
  • "And the jungle telegraph at Bryant Park is alive with rumors that the show's biggest name, Lauren Conrad, will be here any day."
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