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

  • (..) - It's George. Come on up. There he is, the man himself... ...George Louis Costanza. Here I am, about to go to the electric chair... ...and my oldest friend is dating the governor. My whole life has been a complete waste of time. And there's so much more to go. (..)
    1991 TvShow: Seinfeld Title: The Truth Season: 3 Episode 2