electrode

[ih-lek-trohd] / ɪˈlɛk troʊd /

NOUN

terminal

Synonyms

STRONG

plate wire

WEAK

copper cathode inert anode inert cathode zinc anode

Example Sentences

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Sheets of copper and aluminum go through machines that coat electrode slurry.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

The images revealed that what begins as a uniform CMC coating can break apart into uneven, patchy fragments during electrode processing, which may weaken battery performance and stability.

From Science Daily • Feb. 20, 2026

When tested with pure CO2 gas, the new electrode showed about 40% higher efficiency than existing carbon conversion electrodes under similar laboratory conditions.

From Science Daily • Jan. 29, 2026

"Owing to their exceptional conductivity and layered form, MXenes provide an exceptional electrode material for flexible OLEDs," Gogotsi said.

From Science Daily • Jan. 15, 2026

Peter slips an electrode beneath the collar of my shirt and presses it to my chest, right over my heart.

From "Insurgent" by Veronica Roth