Definition

1. Noun:
   • A bill for money owed for electricity used: A document or statement issued by an electricity provider that details the amount of money a customer must pay for the electrical energy consumed during a specific billing period.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • I received my electric bill yesterday; it was higher than last month.
  • Remember to pay the electric bill before the due date to avoid a late fee.
  • The electric bill itemizes the cost per kilowatt-hour and any service charges.

Advanced Usage

• "to get/have a high electric bill": to receive a bill for a large amount of money due to high electricity consumption.
  • Running the air conditioner all summer gave us a very high electric bill.
• "to split the electric bill": to divide the cost of the electricity bill among multiple people, such as roommates.
  • The three roommates agreed to split the electric bill evenly.

Variants and Related Words

• Utility bill (n): A broader term for a bill covering services like electricity, water, or gas.
  • The utility bill this month includes charges for both electricity and water.
• Energy bill (n): Often used synonymously with "electric bill," but can also refer to bills for other energy sources like natural gas.
  • The government introduced a program to help families with their energy bills.

Synonyms

• Electricity bill: A common alternative phrasing with the same meaning.
• Power bill: An informal synonym, especially in certain regions.

Related Phrases

• To pay the electric bill: The common action associated with receiving the bill.
  • My first priority after getting paid is to pay the electric bill.
• Electric bill payment: Refers to the act or method of paying the bill.
  • You can set up automatic electric bill payments through your bank.

Noun

1. a bill for money owed for electricity used