static electricity
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
An electric charge that builds up on the surface of an object, often causing a small shock or making hair stand up.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Rubbing the balloon on her sweater created enough _____ to stick it to the wall."
Answer: static electricity
In your own words, what does "static electricity" mean?
An electric charge that builds up on the surface of an object, often causing a small shock or making hair stand up.
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