1) in an electric utility system. metal wires. cables. and bus-bar used for carrying electric current. Conductors may be solid or stranded (i.e.. built up by an assembly of smaller solid conductors). 2) any object. material. or medium (e.g.. guy wires. communication cables. tools. equipment. vehicles. humans. animals) capable of conducting electricity if energized. intentionally or unintentionally.

Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary
conductor (noun)
one that as - conducts
a) - guide
b) a collector of fares in a public conveyance
c) the leader of a musical ensemble
d) (1) a material or object that permits an electric current to flow easily - compare insulator semiconductor
(2) a material capable of transmitting another form of energy (as heat or sound)
conductor (Wikipedia)

Conductor or conduction may refer to:

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