Meaning of the word DC in English

What does DC mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

DC

US /ˌdiːˈsiː/
UK /ˌdiːˈsiː/
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Abbreviation

1.

District of Columbia, the capital of the United States

Example:
I'm traveling to DC next week for a conference.
Many important government buildings are located in DC.
2.

direct current, an electric current flowing in one direction only

Example:
Batteries typically provide DC power.
Most electronic devices use DC power, often converted from AC.