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[ɪˈlɛktrɪk], (Adjective)
Definitions:
- of, worked by, charged with, or producing electricity
(e.g: an electric cooker)
- having or producing a sudden sense of thrilling excitement
(e.g: the atmosphere was electric)
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Origin
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mid 17th century: from modern Latin electricus, from Latin electrum ‘amber’, from Greek ēlektron (because rubbing amber causes electrostatic phenomena)
[ɪˈlɛktrɪk], (Noun)
Definitions:
- the system of electric wiring and parts in a house or vehicle
(e.g: there's something wrong with the electrics)
- an electric train or other vehicle
(e.g: diesels and electrics were included in the display of locomotives)
Phrases:
Origin
:
mid 17th century: from modern Latin electricus, from Latin electrum ‘amber’, from Greek ēlektron (because rubbing amber causes electrostatic phenomena)
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