electronics

plural noun

elec·​tron·​ics i-ˌlek-ˈträ-niks 

1

singular in construction : a branch of physics that deals with the emission, behavior, and effects of electrons (as in electron tubes and transistors) and with electronic devices

2

: electronic components, devices, or equipment

Examples of electronics in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Beta, an electronics and technology store, and Micro Kickboard, a Scooter company that failed, also left. —David Moin, Footwear News, 10 Dec. 2025

When their first child was born, Allan took a job at an electronics conglomerate called Rockwell International. —Kelsie Gibson, PEOPLE, 4 Dec. 2025

Goetze partnered with an electronics manufacturer to produce the phones, and the first batches are set to ship to customers starting in December. —Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 30 Nov. 2025

Batteries Make sure to store all types of batteries—whether household batteries or those for electronics and power tools—indoors. —Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for electronics

• avionics
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Kids Definition

electronics

noun

elec·​tron·​ics i-lek-ˈträn-iks 

1

: a branch of physics that deals with the giving off, action, and effects of electrons and with electronic devices

2

: electronic circuits, devices, and equipment

Medical Definition

electronics

noun plural

elec·​tron·​ics -iks 

1

singular in construction : a branch of physics that deals with the emission, behavior, and effects of electrons (as in electron tubes and transistors) and with electronic devices

2

: electronic devices or equipment