noun

electrification

ih-LEK-tri-fi-kay-shuhn

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Electrification (noun) means the process of giving something an electric charge, or the state of carrying one. Example: “Rubbing the two materials together caused electrification through friction.”

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The process of giving something an electric charge, or the state of carrying one.

"Rubbing the two materials together caused electrification through friction."

"Static electrification can build up on clothing in dry weather."

"The rod's electrification made it attract small pieces of paper."

The conversion of a place, industry or system so that it runs on electric power.

"The electrification of the railway line cut journey times significantly."

"Rural electrification brought power to remote farms for the first time."

"The government funded the electrification of the entire subway network."

How to use electrification

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishGiving something an electric charge, or switching it over to run on electric power.

When to use it

A formal, technical term used in engineering, physics and policy writing rather than everyday speech.

Memory tip

It usually appears with the thing being converted, as in 'railway electrification' or 'rural electrification'.

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Common pairings

rural electrification railway electrification electrification programme static electrification

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Formed in English from the verb electrify with the suffix -ation added to turn it into a noun.

Origin: English

Rhymes for electrification

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Frequently asked questions

What does electrification mean?

It means either giving something an electric charge or converting a place or system to run on electric power.

What is rural electrification?

It's the process of bringing an electric power supply to rural areas that previously lacked one.

Is electrification the same as electricity?

No, electricity is the form of energy itself, while electrification is the process of charging or supplying something with it.

What is the meaning of electrification?

"electrification" (noun) means the process of giving something an electric charge, or the state of carrying one.