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by means of electronics

/ɪˈlɛktrɒnɪks/ · e-lec-tron-ics
noun
  1. The branch of physics and engineering that deals with the study and application of the behavior of electrons in a vacuum, in gases, in semiconductors, and in other states of matter. The new electronics lab at the university is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment.
  2. Devices, equipment, or systems that operate on the principle of the behavior of electrons, such as computers, televisions, and radios. The electronics store had a wide selection of gadgets and gizmos.
adverb
  1. Using electronic devices or systems. The concert was broadcast by means of electronics to a global audience.
Did you know? The term 'electronics' was first used in the 1904 edition of the Encyclopedia Britannica to describe the study of the behavior of electrons.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 16, 2026