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

Electric charges create electric fields, so this moving charge will create an oscillating electric field, and that makes an electric wave. —Rhett Allain, Wired News, 15 May 2026

So either something has supercharged the electric field, pushing it past the critical threshold, or some other process must break down the air molecules. —Quanta Magazine, 6 May 2026

Relaxor ferroelectrics are prized for their extreme sensitivity to electric fields. —Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 30 Apr. 2026

Once even a modest ability to generate electric fields exists, small increases in output can yield disproportionate benefits: better prey detection, more reliable capture, stronger deterrence against predators. —Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1879, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for electric field

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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