Electrical

Definition

Electrical is an adjective that describes anything related to electricity, involving or operated by electric power. It is often used to refer to devices, circuits, or systems that generate, transmit, or utilize electricity.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪˈlɛktrɪkəl/
• Respelling: ih-LEK-tri-kuhl

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪˈlɛktrɪkəl/
• Respelling: ih-LEK-tri-kuhl

Etymology

The word "electrical" originates from the Greek word "ēlektron," meaning "amber," due to amber’s ability to hold static electricity. The term "electric" entered English in the 1600s and evolved into "electrical" by the 19th century, referring broadly to phenomena and technology related to electricity.

Derivatives

• Electricity (noun)
• Electric (adjective)
• Electrify (verb)
• Electronics (noun)
• Electrification (noun)

Synonyms

• Electric
• Electromechanical
• Powered

Antonyms

• Non-electrical
• Manual
• Mechanical

Usage

The adjective "electrical" is widely used to describe systems, devices, and fields that involve or operate with electricity, such as "electrical appliances," "electrical engineering," and "electrical circuits."

Related Terms

• Electric: Relating directly to electricity or devices that use it.
• Voltage: The electrical potential difference, often associated with electric power.
• Current: The flow of electric charge in a conductor or circuit.

Detailed Definitions

Adjective

• Relating to or operating by electricity: Describes anything that functions through electric power.
  • Example: "The kitchen is equipped with electrical appliances."
• Involving the science of electricity: Used to refer to concepts, fields, or studies involving electric phenomena.
  • Example: "He studied electrical engineering in college."