lightning (redirected from lightninged)

lightning

visible discharge of electricity between storm clouds or between the clouds and an earthing point at ground level.

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lightning injury

exposure to high voltage electric shock by means of a lightning strike, which causes sudden nervous shock and unconsciousness or permanent cessation of medullary vital centers, resulting in sudden death. Animals that recover may have residual signs. Called also lightning strike. Fish in enclosed waters, e.g. farmed fish, may have their backs broken by lightning striking the water.

lightning strike

when lightning finds an earthing point.