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electrocuted

 

[ɪˈlɛktrəˌkjutɪd ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

extreme injury

Electrocuted is the past tense of the verb 'electrocute,' which means to injure or kill someone by electric shock. This typically happens when a person comes into contact with a live electrical current, resulting in severe bodily harm or even death. The severity of the electrocution can depend on various factors, such as the voltage of the electrical source and the duration of contact. It is a term often used in safety regulations and reports of electrical accidents.

Synonyms

killed by electricity, shocked, zapped.

Examples of usage

  • He was electrocuted while fixing the wiring.
  • The worker was electrocuted when the power line fell.
  • She narrowly escaped being electrocuted during the storm.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from a combination of 'electricity' and 'executed', first used in the late 19th century.
  • Initially, it was used to describe the method of execution using electric chairs, highlighting the fatal consequences of an electric shock.

Safety

  • Every year, thousands of people suffer from electric shocks, but many can be prevented with proper safety measures.
  • Staying away from water while using electrical appliances can greatly reduce the risk of being electrocuted.

Pop Culture

  • Electrocution is a common theme in horror and thriller movies, often used to depict a dramatic and fatal incident.
  • Famous electrical accidents have been dramatized in films and television, influencing public perception about the dangers of electricity.

Science

  • An electric shock occurs when current passes through the body; severity depends on voltage, current path, and duration of exposure.
  • The human body is a good conductor of electricity due to its water content, making it vulnerable to electric shocks.

Psychology

  • Studies show that people's fear of electricity often stems from understanding its invisible yet powerful nature.
  • The concept of being electrocuted can create anxiety in individuals, influencing behavior around electrical devices.

Translations

Translations of the word "electrocuted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 eletrocutado

🇮🇳 करंट लगना

🇩🇪 elektrocutiert

🇮🇩 terelektrik

🇺🇦 електричний удар

🇵🇱 porażony prądem

🇯🇵 感電した

🇫🇷 électrocuté

🇪🇸 electrocutado

🇹🇷 elektrik çarpmış

🇰🇷 감전된

🇸🇦 مكشوف بالكهرباء

🇨🇿 elektrocutovaný

🇸🇰 elektrocutovaný

🇨🇳 触电的

🇸🇮 električen udar

🇮🇸 rafmagnsmeðferð

🇰🇿 электр тогынан зақымдалған

🇬🇪 ელექტროენერგიით დაზიანებული

🇦🇿 elektrik cərəyanı ilə zədələnmiş

🇲🇽 electrocutado

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,881 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.