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Cathode Definition & Meaning

cathode
noun
  1. a negatively charged electrode that is the source of electrons entering an electrical device
  2. the positively charged terminal of a voltaic cell or storage battery that supplies current

"Cathode" in song lyrics

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  • "anode and cathode"
    AOL — AOL
  • "physiological effects of cathode"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does cathode mean?
a negatively charged electrode that is the source of electrons entering an electrical device the positively charged terminal of a voltaic cell or storage battery that supplies current
What part of speech is cathode?
Cathode is a noun.
How many definitions does cathode have?
Cathode has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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