electricity

• Forme d'énergie résultant de l'existence de particules chargées, utilisée comme source d'alimentation pour l'éclairage, le chauffage et le fonctionnement d'appareils.

A noun referring to a form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles, used as a power source for lighting, heating, and operating devices.

indénombrable

1. A2formalscientific

   A form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles (such as electrons or protons), either statically as an accumulation of charge or dynamically as a current.

   électricité

   • The house is powered by electricity from the grid.
   • Electricity flows through wires to light up the bulb.
   • We need to conserve electricity to reduce our bills.

   Synonymescurrentelectric powerelectrical energypower

2. Power supplyA1formaltechnical

   The supply of electric current to a building or device for heating, lighting, or powering appliances.

   Alimentation électrique

   • The storm cut off the electricity for several hours.
   • Please turn off the electricity before repairing the socket.
   • The electricity bill arrived in the mail yesterday.

   Synonymescurrentelectric powerenergyjuicepower