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electricity
/ɪˌlekˈtrɪs.ɪ.ti/
[/ɪˌlekˈtrɪs.ɪ.ti/]
electric power
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A form of energy used to power lights, machines, and many household devices.
Example
The storm cut off the electricity, so the family lit candles and played board games.
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.