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10 Language-to-English DictionariesElectric Discharge
/ɪˈlɛk.trɪk dɪsˈtʃɑːrdʒ/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The release of electrical energy from a charged object, often resulting in a spark or current.
"The electric discharge from the storm caused a power outage in the area." - 2
A phenomenon where electric current flows through a medium, such as air or gas, often producing light or heat.
"The electric discharge in the neon sign created a vibrant glow."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'electric' originates from the Greek word 'ēlektron', meaning amber, which was known for its ability to attract lightweight objects when rubbed. 'Discharge' comes from the Old French 'descharger', meaning to unload or release, which evolved in the context of releasing electrical energy.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Electric Discharge" is said worldwide
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Descarga eléctrica
Transliteration: desˈkaɾɣa eˈlektɾika
"La descarga eléctrica provocó un apagón."
Décharge électrique
Transliteration: deʃaʁʒ elɛktʁik
"La décharge électrique a causé un court-circuit."
Elektrische Entladung
Transliteration: ɛlɛkˈtʁɪʃə ɛntˈlaːdʊŋ
"Die elektrische Entladung erzeugte einen Funken."
Scarica elettrica
Transliteration: skarika elettrika
"La scarica elettrica ha illuminato il cielo."
Descarga elétrica
Transliteration: desˈkaʁɡɐ eˈlɛtɾikɐ
"A descarga elétrica causou um curto-circuito."
इलेक्ट्रिक डिस्चार्ज
Transliteration: ilektrik dischaaj
"इलेक्ट्रिक डिस्चार्ज ने क्षेत्र में बिजली कटौती की।"
电放电
Transliteration: diàn fàngdiàn
"电放电导致了电力中断。"
전기 방전
Transliteration: jeongi bangjeon
"전기 방전으로 인해 정전이 발생했습니다."
電気放電
Transliteration: denki hōden
"電気放電が発生しました。"
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