Advertisement
Advertisement
half-cell
[ haf-sel, hahf- ]
noun
, Electricity.
- a single electrode, generally a metal, immersed in a container filled with an electrolyte, and having a specific electrical potential for a given combination of electrode and electrolyte.
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of half-cell1
First recorded in 1935–40
Advertisement
Word of the Day
[in-vet-er-it ]
Meaning and examplesStart each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!
By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse