electric shock device
nounUK /ɪˈlɛk.trɪk ʃɒk dɪˈvaɪs/
US /ɪˈlɛk.trɪk ʃɑːk dɪˈvaɪs/
A tool that sends a little zap of electricity to someone.
The guard carried an electric shock device on his belt.
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2. A small handheld tool that gives a mild electric pulse to train pets.
They used an electric shock device to keep the dog inside the yard.
3. A medical tool that uses electricity to help a heart beat again.
The doctor used an electric shock device to restart his heart.
4. A gadget that gives a small electric jolt as a prank or toy.
The joke shop sold an electric shock device that buzzed when you shook hands.