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Rareelectrocution
The correct spelling is electrocution.
How to pronounce electrocution
/ɪˌlɛktɹəˈkjuːʃən/
nounIPA: /ɪˌlɛktɹəˈkjuːʃən/
Say it like: Ele-ctr-ocu-sho-n
The correct spelling is electrocution. The accidental death or suicide by electric shock.
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Definition
noun
- 1.The accidental death or suicide by electric shock.
- 2.Deliberate execution by electric shock, usually involving an electric chair.
- 3.A severe electric shock, whether fatal or not.
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