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electricity

n. uncountable
A2 Elementary Oxford US //ɪˌɫɛkˈtɹɪsəti// UK //ɪlɛktɹˈɪsɪtˌi// elec·tric·i·ty General-service

n. a form of energy that flows through wires to provide power. You use it to turn on lights, heat your home, and run computers.

n. a form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles, such as electrons or protons. It is transmitted through conductors to power mechanical and electronic devices.


SIMPLE

The storm caused a power cut and we lost all electricity.

CONTEXTUAL

Switching to solar panels allows homeowners to generate their own electricity while reducing their monthly utility bills.

COMPLEX

The rapid expansion of the national grid brought electricity to remote rural areas, fundamentally transforming the local economy and the daily lives of the inhabitants.

Origin

From electric + -ity.

Usage

Uncountable in its general sense; rarely used in the plural except in technical contexts referring to different types of electrical supply.

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