English word electricity comes from English -ity, English electric
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -ity | English (eng) | Used to form a noun from an adjective; especially, to form the noun referring to the state, property, or quality of conforming to the adjective's description.. Used to form other nouns, especially abstract nouns. |
| electric | English (eng) | Being emotionally thrilling; electrifying.. Of or relating to an electronic version of a musical instrument that has an acoustic equivalent.. Of, relating to, produced by, operated with, or utilising electricity; electrical. (archaic) A substance or object which can be electrified; an insulator or non-conductor, like amber or glass.. (informal, uncountable, usually with definite article) [...] |
| electricity | English (eng) | (physics) The study of electrical phenomena; the branch of science dealing with such phenomena. [from 18th c.]. A feeling of excitement; a thrill. [from 18th c.]. Electric power/energy as used in homes etc., supplied by power stations or generators. [from 19th c.]. Originally, a property of amber and certain other nonconducting substances to attract lightweight material when rubbed, or the [...] |