Electrocute
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪˈlɛktɹəkjuːt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Electrocute is a verb meaning (transitive) To kill by electric shock.
Meaning
(transitive) To kill by electric shock.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To execute by electric shock, often by means of an electric chair.
- (transitive, proscribed, informal) To inflict a severe electric shock (not necessarily fatal) upon.
Example Sentences
Her hairdryer fell into the tub while she was bathing, and she was electrocuted.
The executioner threw the switch on Old Sparky, and the condemned prisoner was electrocuted for his crimes.
Word Forms
- electrocutes
- electrocuting
- electrocuted
Synonyms for electrocute
Depending on context, synonyms include fry, electrify, shock, tase, zap.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fry, electricute, shock, electrocauterize, electroshock, electrostun.
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