electron
/ɪˈlɛk.tɹɒn/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: electrons
Meaning · English
The subatomic particle having a negative charge and orbiting the nucleus; the flow of electrons in a conductor constitutes electricity.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “electron” mean?
The subatomic particle having a negative charge and orbiting the nucleus; the flow of electrons in a conductor constitutes electricity.
Is “electron” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.