electronics

[ih-lek-tron-iks, ee-lek-]

noun

1. (used with a singular verb),  the science dealing with the development and application of devices and systems involving the flow of electrons in a vacuum, in gaseous media, and in semiconductors.

2. (used with a plural verb),  electronic devices, circuits, or systems developed through electronics.

   Can you get through the day without using your phone or other electronics?

electronics

/ ˌiːlɛk-, ɪlɛkˈtrɒnɪks /

noun

1. (functioning as singular) the science and technology concerned with the development, behaviour, and applications of electronic devices and circuits

2. (functioning as plural) the circuits and devices of a piece of electronic equipment

   the electronics of a television set

Word History and Origins

Origin of electronics¹

First recorded in 1905–10; electronic, -ics

Example Sentences

Rare-earth magnets are essential for the construction of motors needed in AI data centers, electric vehicles and consumer electronics as well as missiles, drones, satellites, ships, jet fighters and other defense systems.

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Qnity describes itself External link as “one of the largest global leaders in materials and solutions for the semiconductor and electronics industries,” with some 10,000 employees worldwide.

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The chemical industry remains a cornerstone of the global economy, producing a vast range of goods—from medicines and fertilizers to plastics, paints, electronics, cleaning agents, and toiletries.

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The role was an electronics engineering internship at the architectural tech company BubblyNet.

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Hosseini said his team of students in electrical engineering, electronics, computer science, mechanical engineering and design had been crowned Iran's robotics champion three times.

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