Electric - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ɪˈlektrɪk|  American pronunciation of the word electric
Brit.  |ɪˈlektrɪk|  British pronunciation of the word electric

noun

- a car that is powered by electricity

adjective

- (of a situation) exceptionally tense
an atmosphere electric with suspicion
- affected by emotion as if by electricity; thrilling (syn: galvanic)
gave an electric reading of the play

Extra examples

The device administers a mild electric shock.

It plugs into any electric socket.

The electrical cord is damaged.

There's a problem with the building's electrical wiring.

The pianist gave an electric performance.

The atmosphere in the room was electric.

The atmosphere in the courtroom was electric.

You will be charged a late fee if the electric company does not receive your payment on time.

Electric windows are a common feature in new cars.

Do you have a gas stove or an electric one?

The film is advanced by an electric motor.

They substituted real candles with electric ones.

You should use caution when operating the electric saw.

High fuel prices have led to a renewal of interest in electric cars.

The prison's electric fence prohibits escape.

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