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electric field

A region of space characterized by the existence of a force generated by electric charge.

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electric field

(General Physics) a field of force surrounding a charged particle within which another charged particle experiences a force. Compare magnetic field

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elec′tric field′

a region of space near a charged particle in which an electric force acts on other charged particles.

[1895–1900]

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electric field - a field of force surrounding a charged particle

electrostatic field - electric field associated with static electric charges

field of force, force field, field - the space around a radiating body within which its electromagnetic oscillations can exert force on another similar body not in contact with it

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электрическое поле

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