static electricity

noun — 3 senses

static electricity

noun
1

An electric charge that has built up on an insulated body, often due to friction.

2

The electric discharge from such a body.

3

Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Physics Electrostatics.

Related terms
triboelectric effect, static cling, dust bunny

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