electronics

plural noun

elec·​tron·​ics i-ˌlek-ˈträ-niks 

1

singular in construction : a branch of physics that deals with the emission, behavior, and effects of electrons (as in electron tubes and transistors) and with electronic devices

2

: electronic components, devices, or equipment

Examples of electronics in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The decision to spin off its electronics business, planned for later this year, is a smart move that should unlock a lot of value for the company and investors. —Paulina Likos, CNBC, 12 Feb. 2025

There’s no shortage of electronics deals to shop before Presidents Day. —Clara McMahon, People.com, 8 Feb. 2025

Crucially, the electronics giant also built in an abundance of new capabilities and performance improvements to entice would-be buyers who aren’t the least bit interested in AI. —Mike Feibus, USA TODAY, 23 Jan. 2025

The county’s legal action comes amid worldwide attention on PFAS, used widely to create products resistant to water, stains, and heat, including food packaging, non-stick pans, clothing, rain jackets, furniture, carpeting, plastic turf, paints, electronics products and a host of other goods. —Ethan Baron, The Mercury News, 3 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

electronics

noun

elec·​tron·​ics i-lek-ˈträn-iks 

1

: a branch of physics that deals with the giving off, action, and effects of electrons and with electronic devices

2

: electronic circuits, devices, and equipment

Medical Definition

electronics

noun plural

elec·​tron·​ics -iks 

1

singular in construction : a branch of physics that deals with the emission, behavior, and effects of electrons (as in electron tubes and transistors) and with electronic devices

2

: electronic devices or equipment