e|lec|tri|fy

e|lec|tri|fy
e|lec|tri|fy «ih LEHK truh fy», transitive verb, -fied, -fy|ing.
1. to charge with electricity: »

We electrified the main circuits to see if the fuses would blow.

2. to equip for use with electric power: »

Some railroads once run by steam are now electrified.

3. to provide with electric power service: »

Many rural areas will soon be electrified.

4. to give an electric shock to.
5. Figurative. to excite; thrill: »

The speaker electrified his audience. The spectators were electrified by the outfielder's diving catch.


Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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