electricity

US /ɪlɛkˈtrɪsɪti,ˌilɛk-/

UK /ɪˌlekˈtrɪsəti/

A2

noun

  • Energy generated positive and negative charges

other

  • A form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles (such as electrons or protons), either statically as an accumulation of charge or dynamically as a current.
  • The study or science of electric charges and currents.
  • A supply of electric current used as a source of power.
  • Electric charge, especially static electricity.
  • A sense of excitement or tension.