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Electrocution

noun

/ɪˌlɛktɹəˈkjuːʃən/

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.nounThe accidental death or suicide by electric shock.

2.nounDeliberate execution by electric shock, usually involving an electric chair.

3.nounA severe electric shock, whether fatal or not.

Synonyms

burning shock electrocide electrocutioner electroshock electric shock electrothanasia shocking return shock electric chair electrotorture current shock

Rhymes With

retribution absolution resolution restitution diminution destitution execution solution

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