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Definition of electricity

noun

[mass noun]
  • 1a 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.
  • the supply of electric current to a building for heating, lighting, or powering appliances:the electricity was back on [as modifier]:the regional electricity companies
  • 2a state or feeling of thrilling excitement:the atmosphere was charged with a dangerous sexual electricity

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