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
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semafor.com, 9 July 2025
Waymo Disadvantages Waymo’s hardware is definitely more expensive, but the overwhelming historical trend is that computer/electronics hardware costs get very small at scale.
—Brad Templeton, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
Prime Day’s electronics deals are selling fast, including the Apple AirTag, Jbl Vibe Beam Earbuds, and Charmast Portable Charger With Built-in Cables.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2025
As for Japan and South Korea, the countries each made up about 4% of electronics imports to the US, according to a 2021 survey from the US International Trade Commission.
—PC Magazine, 7 July 2025
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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
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