electrician

noun

elec·​tri·​cian i-ˌlek-ˈtri-shən How to pronounce electrician (audio)
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: one who installs, maintains, operates, or repairs electrical equipment

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The designer collaborated with environmental biologists and electricians as well as other pros hired to advise on sustainable, health-grade products. Katherine Burns Olson, Architectural Digest, 4 Nov. 2024 Trade schools and two-year certificate programs are great options for students seeking lucrative STEM careers, leading to roles such as electricians or manufacturing technicians. Chris Moore, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 The combination of the relatively speedy, mid-priced powertrain (the AMG model is far more expensive), the ability to charge up without any electricians, and the user-friendly technology, the 2025 GLC 350e is the best version of the best option in the luxury compact SUV market. Nina Turner, Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2024 By 2022, the shortfall had become critical, as older electricians retired. Allison Danielsen, Chicago Tribune, 24 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for electrician 

Word History

First Known Use

1814, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of electrician was in 1814

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“Electrician.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/electrician. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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electrician

noun
elec·​tri·​cian i-ˌlek-ˈtrish-ən How to pronounce electrician (audio)
: a person who installs, operates, or repairs electrical equipment

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