To charge
Example: The device charges fully after two hours of use
Definition
"To charge" means to supply a device or object with electrical energy, enabling it to operate or function. For example, when a device charges fully, it has accumulated enough power to be used without connection to the power source.
Etymology
The word "to charge" originates from the Old French word 'charger,' meaning to load or burden. It evolved to describe the act of adding energy or power, especially in the context of electrical devices. Did you know? The term was adopted into electrical terminology as technology developed in the 19th century.
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"To charge" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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