electric

Definition

  • noun: a nonconductor of 'electricity' used to excite or accumulate electricity
  • adjective: of or relating to electricity
  • adjective: of, relating to, or operated by 'electricity'
  • used of a musical instrument
  • synonyms: electrifying, thrilling, magnetic

Examples

  • The pasture was surrounded by an 'electric fence'. [=a fence that has an electrical current passing through it]

  • There's a problem with the building's 'electrical' wiring.

  • an 'electric' motor/heater/blanket/razor/appliance

Movie quotes

  • (..) Yeah, they have been promising that. Years. When we were kids it seemed like it was around the corner. I think Ed Begley Jr. has one. No, that's just electric. What about Harrison Ford? He had one in That was a cool one. Well, what's the competition? What do you think (..)
    1998 TvShow: Seinfeld Title: The Dealership Season: 9 Episode 11