electrolytic

[ ih-lek-truh-lit-ik ]

adjective

1. pertaining to or derived by electrolysis.
2. pertaining to an electrolyte.

electrolytic

/ ɪˌlɛktrəʊˈlɪtɪk /

adjective

1. physics
   1. of, concerned with, or produced by electrolysis or electrodeposition
   2. of, relating to, or containing an electrolyte

noun

1. Also calledelectrolytic capacitor electronics a small capacitor consisting of two electrodes separated by an electrolyte

Derived Forms

• eˌlectroˈlytically, adverb

Other Words From

• e·lec·tro·lyt·i·cal·ly adverb
• non·e·lec·tro·lyt·ic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of electrolytic¹

First recorded in 1835–45; electro- + -lytic

Example Sentences

The UK government confirmed support for two electrolytic hydrogen projects in Wales, in Milford Haven and Bridgend, to support low carbon hydrogen production.

From BBC

Similar electrolytic techniques have been used for decades to extract aluminum from bauxite.

From Science Magazine

"In the long-term, we believe this is an inflection point in the development of batteries, fuel cells, and electrolytic cells that operate by using hydrogen."

From Science Daily

In contrast, Europe has an extensive network of clean energy, and as such is doing a lot of work in electrolytic hydrogen production.

From Science Daily

“But I think very quickly sectors like cement, electrolytic aluminum and steel will join.”

From New York Times