electric wave
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of electric wave
First recorded in 1870–75
Example Sentences
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The segmented design of the necklace beautifully echoed the pattern of an electric wave.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 6, 2023
The auto industry has raced ahead on an electric wave with more manufacturers joining the race seemingly every day.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 2, 2021
Moreover, we have now many kinds of electric wave detectors based on quite different physical principles.
From Hertzian Wave Wireless Telegraphy by Fleming, John Ambrose
Hence, corresponding to the electric wave in the space above, there are electrical changes in the ground beneath.
From Hertzian Wave Wireless Telegraphy by Fleming, John Ambrose
“Dawson can’t send the electric wave that far, can he?”
From The Motor Boat Club and The Wireless Or, the Dot, Dash and Dare Cruise by Hancock, H. Irving (Harrie Irving)
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