verb
- killing or injuring someone or something with electric shock
Usage: present participle of electrocute
Examples
- The faulty wiring was electrocuting anyone who touched the metal fence.
- He was electrocuting fish in the pond with an illegal device.
- The power line fell down, electrocuting the unfortunate bird.
- Safety inspectors found equipment capable of electrocuting workers.
- The electric chair was electrocuting condemned prisoners.
- Lightning struck the tree, electrocuting the squirrel in its branches.