electrocute

• Durch einen elektrischen Stromstoß verletzen oder töten.

A verb meaning to injure or kill someone by electric shock.

1. Kill by electric shockB2formal

   To kill someone by passing a strong electric current through their body.

   Durch Stromstoß töten

   • The worker was electrocuted while repairing the power lines.
   • He was electrocuted by a faulty appliance.
   • The electric chair is used to electrocute criminals in some states.

   Synonymefryzap

2. Injure by electric shockB2informal

   To injure someone severely by electric shock, though not necessarily fatally.

   Durch Stromschlag verletzen

   • He nearly electrocuted himself when he touched the exposed wire.
   • She was electrocuted but survived after emergency treatment.
   • Be careful not to electrocute yourself while fixing the outlet.

   Synonymejoltshockzap