/ɪˌlekˈtrɪsəti ||; ɪˌlɛkˈtrɪsətɪ/noun [U] a type of energy that we use to make heat, light and power to work machines, etc 电: Turn that light off. We don't want to waste electricity. 把那盏灯关掉，我们不要浪费电。 Electricity is usually generated in power stations. It may also be produced by generators or by batteries. 发电(generate electricity)的地方一般是发电站(power station)，发电机(generator)或电池(battery)也可以产生电。