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electrocution
noun[ C or U ]
uk /iˌlek.trəˈkjuː.ʃən/ us /iˌlek.trəˈkjuː.ʃən/
the action of killing someone by causing electricity to flow through their body: 电刑;电死
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。
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electrocute
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.
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