electricity (/ɪˌlekˈtrɪs.ɪ.ti/)
noun · Intermediate · Daily Life
🔊 /ɪˌlekˈtrɪs.ɪ.ti/
Meaning
Meaning: electric power
A form of energy used to power lights, machines, and many household devices.
Examples
🗣 The storm cut off the electricity, so the family lit candles and played board games.
Etymology
From Latin ‘electricus’, from Greek ‘elektron’ (amber), which produced static charge.
How & Where It’s Used
Refers to the energy supply at home and to the physical phenomenon.
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Tags: utilities, home