Definition

A person whose job is to work with electrical systems, including installing, fixing, and maintaining electrical equipment and wiring.

Example

The electrician came to fix the broken light in the kitchen.

Conversation

Do you know a good electrician I can call?

Yeah, my cousin is a great electrician and he’s really reliable.

That sounds perfect! What’s his number?

I’ll text it to you — he can help with any electrical issues.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Electrician → It is formed from "electric" (from Greek "ēlektron", meaning amber, which was known to produce static electricity) and "-ian" (meaning a person who). An electrician is a person who works with electricity.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who works with 'electricity' ('electric') — the '-ian' just means a person. An electrician is someone who deals with electricity.

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