electronic — relating to or operating by means of electronics
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to or operating by means of electronics
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˌlekˈtrɑːnɪk/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother still doesn't trust electronic banking and prefers to visit the bank in person.
- The electronic scoreboard malfunctioned and showed the wrong team winning.
- Electronic waste is becoming a serious environmental problem.
electronic
ADJECTIVE[/ɪˌlekˈtrɑːnɪk/]
relating to or operating by means of electronics
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from electron, a term coined in the early 20th century alongside developments in electronics. Electron itself originates from Greek elektron, meaning 'amber,' named after the ancient Greek observation that rubbing amber generates static electricity.
Breakdown
electron (from Greek elektron, amber) + -ic (adjective suffix indicating 'of or relating to').
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📝Examples
“My grandmother still doesn't trust electronic banking and prefers to visit the bank in person.”
“The electronic scoreboard malfunctioned and showed the wrong team winning.”
“Electronic waste is becoming a serious environmental problem.”
“She accidentally sent an electronic invitation to her ex-boyfriend's wedding.”
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