electrocution
noun [ C or U ] uk/iˌlek.trəˈkjuː.ʃən/ us/iˌlek.trəˈkjuː.ʃən/
电刑;电死
the action of killing someone by causing electricity to flow through their body
Trading Standards officers say anyone using the mower risks electrocution. 贸易标准署的官员说，任何使用该割草机的人都有触电身亡的危险。
The hairdryer poses an electrocution hazard if it is dropped in water. 如果吹风机掉入水中，有造成触电身亡的危险。
See: electrocute
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- During that time, 62 prisoners were executed by electrocution.
- She died from a flood-related electrocution.
- Many electrocutions and home electrical fires can be prevented simply by understanding basic electrical safety.