Electric Current

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Definitions of electric current

noun A flow of electric charge.

Example Sentences

A1 Electric current flows through wires.

A2 An electric current is used to power the light bulb.

B1 The amount of electric current can be measured in amps.

B2 Electric current is the flow of electric charge.

C1 Understanding the principles of electric current is essential for electrical engineers.

C2 Advanced circuits require precise control of electric current to function properly.

adjective Relating to or powered by electricity.

Example Sentences

A1 Electric current is the flow of electricity in a circuit.

A2 An electric current can be dangerous if not handled properly.

B1 The electric current in the wires powers the lights in the room.

B2 The electric current running through the device can be adjusted using a dial.

C1 Advanced technology allows for precise control of electric current in electronic devices.

C2 The engineers designed a system to regulate the electric current for optimal performance.

Examples of electric current in a Sentence

formal The flow of electric current is measured in amperes.

informal Make sure you don't touch the wires when there's electric current running through them.

slang I accidentally got zapped by the electric current from the outlet.

figurative His words had an electric current that sparked excitement in the audience.

Grammatical Forms of electric current

plural

electric currents

comparative

more electric current

superlative

most electric current

present tense

flows with electric current

future tense

will have electric current

perfect tense

has had electric current

continuous tense

is flowing with electric current

singular

electric current

positive degree

electric current is essential

infinitive

to have electric current

gerund

enjoying the electric current

participle

the flowing electric current

Origin and Evolution of electric current

First Known Use: 1732 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The term 'electric current' originated from the Latin word 'currere' meaning 'to run' and the word 'electricus' meaning 'of amber', referring to the phenomenon of static electricity produced by rubbing amber.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe the flow of electric charge, the term 'electric current' has evolved to encompass the movement of electrons through a conductor in a closed circuit.