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electricity

The correct spelling is electricity.

How to pronounce electricity

/ɪˌlɛkˈtɹɪsɪti/
noun

IPA: /ɪˌlɛkˈtɹɪsɪti/

Say it like: Ele-ctr-isi-tee

The correct spelling is electricity. Originally, a property of amber and certain other nonconducting substances to attract lightweight material when rubbed, or the cause of this property; now understood to be a phe… For example: "Opening night for the new production had an electricity unlike other openings."

Usage Examples

Opening night for the new production had an electricity unlike other openings.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.Originally, a property of amber and certain other nonconducting substances to attract lightweight material when rubbed, or the cause of this property; now understood to be a phenomenon caused by the distribution and movement of charged subatomic particles and their interaction with the electromagnetic field.
  2. 2.The study of electrical phenomena; the branch of science dealing with such phenomena.
  3. 3.A feeling of excitement; a thrill.
  4. 4.Electric power/energy as used in homes etc., supplied by power stations or generators.

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