electro

¹

[ih-lek-troh]

noun

plural

electros 

1. electrotype.

electro-

²

1. a combining form representing electric or electricity in compound words.

   electromagnetic.

electro-

¹

combining form

1. electric or electrically

   electrocardiograph

   electrocute

2. electrolytic

   electroanalysis

electro

²

/ ɪˈlɛktrəʊ /

noun

1. short for electroplate electrotype

Word History and Origins

Origin of electro¹

By shortening

Origin of electro²

electr(ic) + -o-

Word History and Origins

Origin of electro¹

from New Latin, from Latin ēlectrum amber, from Greek ēlektron

Example Sentences

“Home Counties,” from 2017, included “Whyteleafe,” a syncretic gem of harpsichord-fueled baroque, electro bass lines and vocals that both cherish and recreate the delights of vintage British pop.

From Los Angeles Times

After watching the electro project Tantra Punk’s set — a singer marauding across the stage, fogged over with blood-colored lights — the couple passed by a merch booth hawking fresh herbs planted in tiny metal pots.

From Los Angeles Times

The electro magnetic spectrum includes radio waves, microwaves, infra-red, and visible light.

From BBC

The Pipistrel Velis Electro plane is flying a 17-day tour around France but made a stop at Gatwick on Wednesday.

From BBC

The two-seater Velis Electro can be flown commercially and is approved for pilot training, as well as a number of other operations.

From BBC