electrification

noun

elec·​tri·​fi·​ca·​tion i-ˌlek-trə-fə-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce electrification (audio)
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Synonyms of electrificationnext
1
: an act or process of electrifying
2
: the state of being electrified

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Residents interested in home electrification and sustainable living will have an opportunity to see real-world examples up close on the 2026 Green @ Home Neighborhood Tour on Saturday, March 14. Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 8 Mar. 2026 In an age when carmakers are being pushed steadily toward full electrification, the idea of a plug-in diesel hybrid is an intriguing one. New Atlas, 7 Mar. 2026 The work highlights a new design approach that could help advance the electrification of industrial heat. Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Mar. 2026 Demand has surged due to accelerating electrification, renewable integration, aging grid replacements, and hyperscale data center growth caused by AI. Travis Edmonds, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for electrification

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First Known Use

1748, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of electrification was in 1748

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“Electrification.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/electrification. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.

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