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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When activated, the thruster produced a bright, glowing plume as its outer electrode heated up and emitted a vivid red stream of plasma.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

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

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

Because binders are present in such small amounts and lack clear visual signatures, scientists have had difficulty determining exactly where they are located within the electrode.

From Science Daily • Feb. 20, 2026

In testing, the system outperformed existing electrode technologies when exposed to simulated flue gas and when operating at CO2 levels similar to those found in the atmosphere.

From Science Daily • Jan. 29, 2026

The electrode apparently burst from the strap holding it in place.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson