electrical
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- electrically adverb
- nonelectrical adjective
- nonelectrically adverb
- preelectrical adjective
- preelectrically adverb
- unelectrical adjective
- unelectrically adverb
Etymology
Origin of electrical
Vocabulary lists containing electrical
Structure and Properties of Matter - Middle School
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Physical Science - Energy - Introductory
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Physics - Introductory
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Example Sentences
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The breakthrough allowed data to travel via light pulses rather than electrical signals, enabling higher speeds and capacity than traditional copper wiring.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
In this state, gas becomes ionized, meaning electrons and ions move freely and create unique properties such as electrical conductivity.
From Science Daily • Apr. 23, 2026
Copper and nickel are used in battery technology and electrical infrastructure, making them essential to the transition to renewable energy.
From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026
Alvendia studied electrical engineering and worked at Chevron before teaming up with fellow engineer John Lee to launch JRL Enterprises in the 1990s.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026
“Here we are,” he said, closing the door after him; he seated himself, plugging the device into the electrical outlet.
From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick
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