electricity

[ih-lek-tris-i-tee, ee-lek-]

noun

1. electric charge.

2. electric current.

3. the science dealing with electric charges and currents.

4. a state or feeling of excitement, anticipation, tension, etc.

electricity

/ ˌiːlɛk-, ɪlɛkˈtrɪsɪtɪ /

noun

1. any phenomenon associated with stationary or moving electrons, ions, or other charged particles

2. the science concerned with electricity

3. an electric current or charge

   a motor powered by electricity

4. emotional tension or excitement, esp between or among people

electricity

1. The collection of physical effects related to the force and motion of electrically charged particles, typically electrons, through or across matter and space.

2. See also circuit conductor electric potential

3. Electric current, or a source of electric current.

4. A buildup of electric charge.

5. See also static electricity

electricity

1. A flow of electrical charges, such as electrons, through a conductor.

Word History and Origins

Origin of electricity¹

First recorded in 1640–50; electric + -ity

Example Sentences

A California man was found living secretly in the crawl space of a condominium in Oregon, according officials, who say the man had outfitted the space with a bed, electricity, and other amenities.

From Los Angeles Times

Meanwhile, Northern Ireland's biggest energy supplier, Power NI is set to increase its electricity tariff by 4% for all customers.

From BBC

Then electricity was cut in communal spaces, such as the clubhouse, bathrooms and walkways, discouraging exercise and even short walks.

From Los Angeles Times

“Any cooling device will be ineffective if too expensive to operate because renters cannot afford the electricity,” he wrote in an email.

From Los Angeles Times

The process involves distributing the ore within an electrolyte and then using electricity to heat this mixture to 1,600C.

From BBC

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