Electrical
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adjective
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noun
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(As an adjective)
Electrical ( adjective )
- Relating to electricity, especially as a means of power or energy.
- Operated or powered by electricity.
- Designed to use electricity, especially as a means of control or communication.
- Relating to the production, distribution, and use of electricity.
Origin:
From late latin electricus, from greek elektrikos, from elektron, meaning 'amber', which was thought to have electrical properties when rubbed.
Examples:
- An electrical circuit is a closed loop that allows electricity to flow through it.
- My car has an electrical problem, so I need to take it to a mechanic.
- An electrical storm is a storm characterized by thunder and lightning.
- Electrical appliances like refrigerators, washing machines and televisions are now a common household item.
- The electrical grid is the system of power plants, transmission lines, and substations that deliver electricity to consumers.
(As a noun)
Electrical ( noun )
- Relating to electricity, especially as a means of power or energy.
- Operated or powered by electricity.
- Designed to use electricity, especially as a means of control or communication.
- Relating to the production, distribution, and use of electricity.
Origin:
From late latin electricus, from greek elektrikos, from elektron, meaning 'amber', which was thought to have electrical properties when rubbed.
Examples:
- An electrical circuit is a closed loop that allows electricity to flow through it.
- My car has an electrical problem, so I need to take it to a mechanic.
- An electrical storm is a storm characterized by thunder and lightning.
- Electrical appliances like refrigerators, washing machines and televisions are now a common household item.
- The electrical grid is the system of power plants, transmission lines, and substations that deliver electricity to consumers.