Definition of "electricity"

Kid-friendly meaning of electricity, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "electricity" mean?

electricity (noun) — a kind of energy that lights bulbs, runs computers, and powers many things.

Part of speechNoun Syllables5 (e·lec·tric·i·ty)

Example sentences using "electricity"

Grade K–2
Lamps use electricity.
Grade 3–5
When the storm cut off the electricity, we ate dinner by candlelight that night.
Grade 6–8
Electricity travels through wires almost at the speed of light, which is why flipping a switch on the far side of a building makes a bulb glow practically instantly.

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