electronics

CEFRB2

/ˌɛl.ɛkˈtɹɒn.ɪks/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    The science and technology of devices using electrical circuits.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    Devices which require the flow of electrons through conductors and semiconductors in order to perform their function; devices that operate on electrical power (battery or outlet)

Examples

  • He has no equal in the field of electronics.

  • There have been several new developments in electronics.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
4
Parts of speech
1

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. Electronic circuitry.

  2. The study and use of electrical devices that operate by controlling the flow of electrons or other electrically charged particles or by converting the flow of charged particles to or from other forms of energy.

More examples

In context

  • Look at all the electronics in this room!

  • The electronics is the difference between a modern and an old-fashioned thermostat.

  • Electronics is a popular subject.

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Origin

noun

From electron + -ics.