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Definition energy in British English

energy noun

noun
/ˈenə(r)dʒi/
1

a supply of physical power that you have for doing things that need physical effort

Example

As children we seemed to have endless energy.

Example

She didn't even have the energy to get out of bed.

Synonyms and related words
strength force energy
Example

She could offer youthful energy and talent in abundance.

Example

Christine threw her energies into her teaching.

Synonyms and related words
determination ambition will
2

a form of power such as electricity, heat, or light that is used for making things work

Example

Insulating your home is a good way to save energy.

Example

Environmentally friendly energy sources include water and wind power.

Synonyms and related words
biofuel biogas biomass AC active alternating current
2.1

the power that is present in all physical things and that can be changed into something such as heat, movement, or light

Synonyms and related words
absorbance air resistance amplitude
Definition energy in British English