Electricity (Noun)
Meaning 1
A physical phenomenon associated with stationary or moving electrons and protons.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- The flow of electricity through the wire was measured using a multimeter to determine the voltage and current.
- Static electricity can cause problems in electronic devices by attracting dust and other particles.
- The discovery of electricity by Benjamin Franklin led to a greater understanding of the fundamental forces of nature.
- The movement of electrons through a conductor is the basis for the generation and transmission of electricity.
- The human body can conduct electricity, which is why it's essential to be careful when working with electrical systems.
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Meaning 2
Energy made available by the flow of electric charge through a conductor; "they built a car that runs on electricity"; "The power went oout around midnight".
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Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
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Meaning 3
Keen and shared excitement; "the stage crackled with electricity whenever she was on it".
Classification
Nouns denoting feelings and emotions.