electro
noun
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electro
1 American
[ih-lek-troh]
/ ɪˈlɛk troʊ /
noun
electros
plural
electro-
2
American
electro-
1
British
combining form
-
electric or electrically
electrocardiograph
electrocute
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electrolytic
electroanalysis
electro
2
British
/ ɪˈlɛktrəʊ /
noun
Etymology
Origin of electro1
By shortening
Origin of electro-2
Example Sentences
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From June 6 to 28, visitors will be able to explore inside the new work, with electro artist Thomas Bangalter -- one half of legendary French dance act Daft Punk -- providing the soundtrack.
From Barron's • May 21, 2026
It has the squelchy bounce of the early-’80s hip-hop offshoot electro, yet Mr. Parker’s searing guitar lead seems dropped in from a Santana album of the decade prior.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 28, 2025
“Home Counties,” from 2017, included “Whyteleafe,” a syncretic gem of harpsichord-fueled baroque, electro bass lines and vocals that both cherish and recreate the delights of vintage British pop.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 16, 2025
The electro magnetic spectrum includes radio waves, microwaves, infra-red, and visible light.
From BBC • Jul. 16, 2025
His neckcloth's like the snaw-drift; his frill like down of swan; His watch-chain is the smartest electro e'er shone on, Electro e'er shone on!
From Punch - Volume 25 (Jul-Dec 1853) by Various
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