Electrical: meaning, definitions and examples

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electrical

 

[ ɪˈlɛktrɪkəl ]

Adjective
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adjective

engineering

Relating to electricity or the use of electricity.

Synonyms

electric, power, wired.

Examples of usage

  • electrical appliances
  • electrical engineering projects
Context #2 | Adjective

general

Of, relating to, or operated by electricity.

Synonyms

electric, power, wired.

Examples of usage

  • electrical power
  • electrical circuit

Translations

Translations of the word "electrical" in other languages:

🇵🇹 elétrico

🇮🇳 विद्युत

🇩🇪 elektrisch

🇮🇩 listrik

🇺🇦 електричний

🇵🇱 elektryczny

🇯🇵 電気の

🇫🇷 électrique

🇪🇸 eléctrico

🇹🇷 elektrik

🇰🇷 전기의

🇸🇦 كهربائي

🇨🇿 elektrický

🇸🇰 elektrický

🇨🇳 电的

🇸🇮 električni

🇮🇸 rafmagns

🇰🇿 электрлік

🇬🇪 ელექტრო

🇦🇿 elektrik

🇲🇽 eléctrico

Etymology

The word 'electrical' originates from the term 'electric,' which comes from the Latin word 'electricus' meaning 'like amber.' The study of electricity began with ancient cultures recognizing static electricity, leading to further discoveries by scientists such as Benjamin Franklin. The term 'electrical' evolved as technology advanced, encompassing a wide range of applications and innovations in the field of electricity.

See also: dielectric, electricity.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,132, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.