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electricity

[ih-lek-tris-i-tee, ee-lek-]

noun

  1. electric charge.

  2. electric current.

  3. the science dealing with electric charges and currents.

  4. a state or feeling of excitement, anticipation, tension, etc.



electricity

/ ˌiːlɛk-, ɪlɛkˈtrɪsɪtɪ /

noun

  1. any phenomenon associated with stationary or moving electrons, ions, or other charged particles

  2. the science concerned with electricity

  3. an electric current or charge

    a motor powered by electricity

  4. emotional tension or excitement, esp between or among people

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

electricity

  1. The collection of physical effects related to the force and motion of electrically charged particles, typically electrons, through or across matter and space.

  2. See also circuit conductor electric potential

  3. Electric current, or a source of electric current.

  4. A buildup of electric charge.

  5. See also static electricity

electricity

  1. A flow of electrical charges, such as electrons, through a conductor.

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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of electricity1

First recorded in 1640–50; electric + -ity
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As an additional benefit, they also produce some electricity and some recover heat to warm neighbouring homes and buildings.

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The island's government-owned electricity company is raising its prices from the start of July, with some customers now paying more than they would in the UK.

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The price of electricity in Guernsey is going up with tariffs rising next month.

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Many of us heat our homes with gas, and in the UK electricity prices are also set in relation to the gas price.

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If you lose electricity you make sure all non-essential appliances are switched off, but leave a light on so you know when the supply returns.

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