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dry cell
noun
- a cell in which the electrolyte exists in the form of a paste, is absorbed in a porous medium, or is otherwise restrained from flowing.
dry cell
noun
- a primary cell in which the electrolyte is in the form of a paste or is treated in some way to prevent it from spilling Compare wet cell
dry cell
- A galvanic electric cell, such as a flashlight battery, in which the chemicals in the electrolyte are made into a paste so that they cannot easily spill from their container.
- Compare wet cell
Word History and Origins
Origin of dry cell1
Example Sentences
The other technological advances exhibited at the turn of the century included the diesel engine, "talking" films, dry cell batteries and the Paris Metro.
Building on Maxwell's technology, Tesla began making 4680 dry cells this year, first in a pilot near its Fremont, California plant and more recently at its new global headquarters in Austin, Texas.
Shepherd also said staff has been reminded about dry cell procedures, and the facility is making changes to decrease errors.
She was placed in a “dry cell” where prisoners are often housed if they’re suspected of having swallowed contraband.
It was a good omen that Eddie came back with the dry cells without trouble.
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