electric field

noun

: a region associated with a distribution of electric charge or a varying magnetic field in which forces due to that charge or field act upon other electric charges

Examples of electric field in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

To protect them from interference from magnetic or electric fields, scientists have to dedicate large vacuum chambers and shields that can take up big lab spaces. — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 21 Aug. 2026

Three return light at multiple wavelengths, which indicate an uneven electric field around them. — Jacek Krywko, Scientific American, 20 Aug. 2026

The material changes shape when exposed to an electric field. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 28 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1879, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for electric field

• afield
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• concealed
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Kids Definition

electric field

noun

: a region associated with a distribution of electric charge or a varying magnetic field in which forces due to that charge or field act upon other electric charges

Medical Definition

electric field

noun

: a region associated with a distribution of electric charge or a varying magnetic field in which forces due to that charge or field act upon other electric charges