Electric: meaning, definitions and examples

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electric

[ ɪˈlɛktrɪk ]

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power supply

relating to or working by electricity

Synonyms

electrical, powered by electricity

Examples of usage

an electric heater
electric lights

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vehicle

a vehicle powered by an electric motor, such as an electric car

Synonyms

EV, electric vehicle

Examples of usage

She drives an electric to work every day
The company is investing in electric production

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excitement

having or producing exciting and sensational effects

Synonyms

exciting, thrilling

Examples of usage

an electric performance
an electric atmosphere

Translations

Translations of the word "electric" in other languages:

🇵🇹 elétrico

🇮🇳 विद्युत

🇩🇪 elektrisch

🇮🇩 listrik

🇺🇦 електричний

🇵🇱 elektryczny

🇯🇵 電気的

🇫🇷 électrique

🇪🇸 eléctrico

🇹🇷 elektrik

🇰🇷 전기의

🇸🇦 كهربائي

🇨🇿 elektrický

🇸🇰 elektrický

🇨🇳 电的

🇸🇮 električni

🇮🇸 rafmagns

🇰🇿 электр

🇬🇪 ელექტრული

🇦🇿 elektrik

🇲🇽 eléctrico

Word origin

The word 'electric' comes from the Latin word 'electricus', meaning 'resembling amber'. The term was first used in English in the 17th century to describe the properties of amber that exhibited static electricity when rubbed. Over time, the word evolved to encompass the broader concept of electricity and its applications in various fields.