What is another word for fibre-optic?
Pronunciation: [fˈa͡ɪbəɹˈɒptɪk] (IPA) 
Fibre-optic refers to the use of thin, flexible, transparent glass or plastic fibres to transmit light signals. The term "optical fibres" can be used in place of fibre-optic, emphasizing the use of light to transmit information. "Light-guide" describes the function of fibre-optic, guiding light to its destination, without transmitting electrical signals, while "optical cable" is a broader term encompassing both fibre-optic and copper wire cable. "Glass fibre" is used to specifically denote optical fibres made of glass rather than plastic. Finally, "fiber optics" is a more casual term used to describe the technology, dropping the hyphen that distinguishes "fibre-optic".
