Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
electrocute
verb
/ɪˈlɛktrəˌkjuːt/
Definition
To injure or kill someone by electric shock.
Examples
- He was accidentally electrocuted while working on the power lines.
- Do not touch electrical wires, as you could easily electrocute yourself.
Meaning
Electrocute typically refers to causing harm, either fatal or severe, through the passage of electric current through the body.
Synonyms
- shock
- stun
- jolt
