electrical engineering

American  

noun

1. the branch of engineering that deals with the practical application of the theory of electricity to the construction of machinery, power supplies, etc.

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electrical engineering British  

noun

1. the branch of engineering concerned with the practical applications of electricity

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electrical engineering Scientific  

1. The branch of engineering that specializes in the design, construction, and practical uses of electrical systems.

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Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

• electrical engineer
  noun

Etymology

Origin of electrical engineering

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

He planned to attend the University of El Salvador and study electrical engineering.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

He had hoped to continue his straight-A streak in Higher Maths and go on to study electrical engineering or law but is now worried he might not make the grade.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Bombardier’s pivot to defense began in earnest in 2022, when Martel, who pursued a career in electrical engineering after poor vision disqualified him from flying planes, launched the company’s defense division.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Yodchanan received his PhD in electrical engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington and teaches at Mahidol University outside Bangkok.

From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026

Ashoke has been hired as an assistant professor of electrical engineering at the university.

From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri