electricity vs spark

electricity

noun
  • The study of electrical phenomena; the branch of science dealing with such phenomena. 

  • Electric power/energy as used in homes etc., supplied by power stations or generators. 

  • Originally, a property of amber and certain other nonconducting substances to attract lightweight material when rubbed, or the cause of this property; now understood to be a phenomenon caused by the distribution and movement of charged subatomic particles and their interaction with the electromagnetic field. 

  • A feeling of excitement; a thrill. 

spark

noun
  • A short or small burst of electrical discharge. 

  • A small, shining body, or transient light; a sparkle. 

  • Any of various lycaenid butterflies of the Indomalayan genus Sinthusa. 

  • An electrician. 

  • A small amount of something, such as an idea or romantic affection, that has the potential to become something greater, just as a spark can start a fire. 

  • A small particle of glowing matter, either molten or on fire. 

  • A ship's radio operator. 

  • A gallant; a foppish young man. 

  • A beau, lover. 

verb
  • To shoot; to fire 

  • To trigger, kindle into activity (an argument, etc). 

  • To give off a spark or sparks. 

  • To light; to kindle. 

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