air cell
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noun
Anatomy, Zoology, Botany. a cavity or receptacle containing air.
Electricity. a cell in which the positive electrode is depolarized by the oxygen in the air.
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Origin of air cell
First recorded in 1780–90
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Examples from the Web for air cell
Breathing is accomplished by a single chamber or air-cell, but also through the skin.
Our British Snails|John William HorsleyThis air-cell is slightly enlarged till the tenth day, when no further evaporation should take place.
Natural and Artificial Duck Culture|James Rankin
air cell
n.
A terminal dilation of the bronchiole where gas exchange is thought to occur.
Spaces that contain air in the bones of the skull.
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