'Electrocution' definitions:

Definition of 'electrocution'

(from WordNet)
noun
Execution by electricity [syn: electrocution, burning]
noun
Killing by electric shock

Definition of 'Electrocution'

From: GCIDE
  • Electrocute \E*lec"tro*cute`\, v. t. [Electro- + cute in execute.] To execute or put to death by electricity. -- {E*lec`tro*cu"tion}, n. [1913 Webster]

Definition of 'electrocution'

From: GCIDE
  • electrocution \electrocution\ n.
  • 1. execution by electricity.
  • Note: Electrocution as a form of punishment for crime is usually carried out while the victim is sitting in a chair specially designed for the purpose, called an electric chair, fitted with electrodes that contact the head and limbs. To be executed in such a manner is sometimes referred to in grim humor as to {ride the lightning}.
  • Syn: burning. [WordNet 1.5 +PJC]
  • 2. killing by electric shock. [WordNet 1.5]

Synonyms of 'electrocution'

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