electricity

[ih-lek-tris-i-tee, ee-lek-]

noun

1. electric charge.

2. electric current.

3. the science dealing with electric charges and currents.

4. a state or feeling of excitement, anticipation, tension, etc.

electricity

/ ˌiːlɛk-, ɪlɛkˈtrɪsɪtɪ /

noun

1. any phenomenon associated with stationary or moving electrons, ions, or other charged particles

2. the science concerned with electricity

3. an electric current or charge

   a motor powered by electricity

4. emotional tension or excitement, esp between or among people

electricity

1. The collection of physical effects related to the force and motion of electrically charged particles, typically electrons, through or across matter and space.

2. See also circuit conductor electric potential

3. Electric current, or a source of electric current.

4. A buildup of electric charge.

5. See also static electricity

electricity

1. A flow of electrical charges, such as electrons, through a conductor.

Word History and Origins

Origin of electricity¹

First recorded in 1640–50; electric + -ity

Example Sentences

Labour is focusing on building out the UK's renewable energy and is aiming for clean power to meet 95% of electricity demand by 2030.

From BBC

Officials from the national police and fire bureau say they are prioritising search and rescue operations, rushing to restore electricity and delivering relief supplies to those affected.

From BBC

"I lived in a tent. I lived in the hospital. I lived in the MSF office. I put my mattress down in the electricity room of a restaurant."

From BBC

Ofgem's cap sets the maximum price that can be charged for each unit of gas and electricity.

From BBC

For those in extreme hardship, the Discretionary Assistance Fund provides grants to help pay for gas and electricity.

From BBC

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