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charging

CHAHD-zhihng

Charging (noun) means the process of restoring energy to a battery or device. Example: “Full charging takes about an hour with this cable.”

noun
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The process of restoring energy to a battery or device.
"Full charging takes about an hour with this cable."

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In plain EnglishThe act of refilling a battery with electricity.

Common pairings
fast charging wireless charging charging cable

Word forms

chargings plural

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Full _____ takes about an hour with this cable.

recharging powering up topping up juicing up energising

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Frequently asked questions

What does “charging” mean?

The word “charging” means the process of restoring energy to a battery or device. In plain terms, the act of refilling a battery with electricity.

How do you pronounce “charging”?

“Charging” is pronounced CHAHD-zhihng (/ˈt͡ʃɑɹd͡ʒɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “charging” in a sentence?

Here is “charging” used in a sentence: “Full charging takes about an hour with this cable.”

What part of speech is “charging”?

“Charging” is a noun.

Is “charging” a common word?

“Charging” is a fairly common word in modern English.

What is the difference between charging and recharging a battery?

In the battery sense, charging is the general process of putting energy into a battery or device. Recharging specifically means charging again a battery that has already been used and run down, so recharging is a repeat of charging.

What is the difference between charging and discharging a battery?

Charging restores energy to a battery by drawing power into it, usually from a wall outlet or charger. Discharging is the opposite: the battery releases its stored energy as the device is used, gradually running the charge down.

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