What is another word for telegraph operator?
Pronunciation: [tˈɛlɪɡɹˌaf ˈɒpəɹˌe͡ɪtə] (IPA) 
Telegraph operator is a term used to describe someone who operates a telegraph, a device used to transmit coded messages via wire. There are different synonyms for this word depending on the context. In the past, telegraph operators were also referred to as code operators, or key operators. Other terms used to describe individuals who operated telegraphs include Morse operator, spark operator, and wireless operator. With the introduction of digital technology, telegraph operators have been replaced by professionals known as communication technicians or radio operators. Nonetheless, the legacy of telegraph operators remains, and their importance in the history of communication cannot be understated.
