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electro

IPA: //ɪˈlɛktroʊ//

KK: /ɪˈlɛktroʊ/

noun

Definition: A style of music that combines electronic sounds with hip hop elements, often characterized by its use of synthesizers and drum machines.

Example: The DJ played a mix of electro tracks that got everyone dancing.

electroacoustic

IPA: /ˌɛlɛktroʊəˈkuːstɪk/

KK: /ɪˌlɛk.trə.əˈkuː.stɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the technology that combines electrical and acoustic processes, often used in sound systems and audio equipment.

Example: The electroacoustic system improved the quality of sound in the concert hall.

electrocautery

IPA: /ˌɛlɛk.trəˈkɔː.təri/

KK: /ɪˌlɛk.trəˈkɔː.tər.i/

noun

Definition: A medical procedure that uses a heated instrument powered by electricity to burn or cut tissue, often to stop bleeding or remove tissue.

Example: The surgeon used electrocautery to control the bleeding during the operation.

electrochemical

IPA: /ˌɛlɛktroʊˈkɛmɪkəl/

KK: /ɪˌlɛk.trəʊˈkɛm.ɪ.kəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a chemical reaction that is caused by electricity or produces electricity.

Example: The electrochemical process in the battery allows it to store and release energy.

electrochemist

IPA: //ɪˈlɛk.trəʊ.kɛm.ɪst//

KK: /ɪˈlɛk.trəʊ.kɛm.ɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who studies or works with the chemical processes that involve electricity.

Example: The electrochemist conducted experiments to understand how electricity affects chemical reactions.

electrocute

IPA: /ɪˈlɛktrəˌkjut/

KK: /ɪˈlɛktrəˌkjut/

transitive verb

Definition: To cause someone to die or be severely injured by passing electricity through their body.

Example: The worker was electrocuted while repairing the power line.

electrocution

IPA: /ɪˌlɛk.trəˈkjuː.ʃən/

KK: /ɪˌlɛk.trəˈkjuː.ʃən/

noun

Definition: A serious injury or death caused by electric shock, which can happen accidentally or intentionally.

Example: The worker survived the electrocution but suffered severe injuries.

electrode

IPA: /ɪˈlɛk.troʊd/

KK: /ɪˈlɛk.troʊd/

noun

Definition: A part that conducts electricity, allowing electric current to enter or leave a device or medium.

Example: The scientist connected the electrode to the circuit to measure the voltage.

electrodermal

IPA: /ˌɛlɛk.trəˈdɜr.məl/

KK: /ɪˌlɛk.trəˈdɜr.məl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the electrical characteristics of the skin.

Example: The electrodermal activity can indicate a person's emotional state.

electrodialysis

IPA: /ˌɛlɛktroʊˈdaɪəˌlaɪsɪs/

KK: /ɪˌlɛk.trəˈdaɪ.ə.lɪsɪs/

noun

Definition: A process that uses an electric current to help separate and remove certain substances from a liquid, often used to purify or treat solutions.

Example: The laboratory used electrodialysis to efficiently remove salts from the water sample.

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