Definition

1. Noun:
   • A device that produces or is powered by electricity: An "electrical device" is any apparatus, instrument, or machine that either generates electricity or uses electricity to operate. It is a broad category encompassing a wide range of tools and appliances.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • A smartphone is a common electrical device.
  • The laboratory uses various electrical devices for measurement.
  • Always unplug electrical devices during a thunderstorm.

Advanced Usage

• "To interface with an electrical device": to connect or interact with a device electronically.

  • The new software allows users to interface with the electrical device remotely.

• "Electrical device failure": a situation where a device stops functioning correctly.

  • The power outage was caused by an electrical device failure in the substation.

Variants and Related Words

• Electronic device (n): A more specific term often referring to devices that use transistors, microchips, and circuits to process information (e.g., computers, radios). While all electronic devices are electrical, not all electrical devices are electronic (e.g., a simple heater).
• Appliance (n): A domestic electrical device designed for a specific task (e.g., a refrigerator, a washing machine).
• Gadget (n): A small, often novel, mechanical or electrical device.

Synonyms

• Electric appliance
• Electric apparatus
• Powered device

Related Phrases

• Electrical device safety: precautions taken when using such devices.

  • Proper electrical device safety requires checking for damaged cords.

• To power an electrical device: to supply electricity to make it work.

  • This battery can power the electrical device for up to ten hours.

Related Idioms

• "A necessary evil": Sometimes used informally to describe a complex or troublesome but essential electrical device.
  • The old server is a necessary evil; we can't upgrade the electrical device until next quarter.

Noun

1. a device that produces or is powered by electricity