- 1[uncountable] a form of energy from charged elementary particles, usually supplied as electric current through cables, wires, etc. for lighting, heating, driving machines, etc. a waste of electricity The electricity is off (= there is no electric power supply).
Definitions on the go
Look up any word in the dictionary offline, anytime, anywhere with the Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary app.
- 2[uncountable, singular] a feeling of great emotion, excitement, etc.
Check pronunciation: electricity