English-German translations for electrocute

• elektrokutieren

Definition of electrocute

• To kill by electric shock
• To execute by electric shock, often by means of an electric chair
• To inflict a severe electric shock upon

Synonyms

• electrify

Examples

• Her hairdryer fell into the tub while she was bathing, and she was electrocuted.
• The executioner threw the switch on Old Sparky, and the condemned prisoner was electrocuted for his crimes.

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