[mass noun]a form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles (such as electrons or protons), either statically as an accumulation of charge or dynamically as a current 电 ■the supply of electric current to a house or other building for heating, lighting, or powering appliances 电力供应 the electricity was back on. 来电了。 [as modifier]the regional electricity companies. 地区供电公司。 ■(figurative)a state or feeling of thrilling excitement (喻)紧张激动的情绪 the atmosphere was charged with a dangerous sexual electricity. 空气中充满了危险的性冲动。