electrode

A conductor through which electricity enters or leaves an object, substance, or region, commonly used in batteries, medical devices, and scientific experiments.

• 🇪🇸Conductor a través del cual la electricidad entra o sale de un objeto, sustancia o área, usado comúnmente en baterías, dispositivos médicos y experimentos científicos.

1. Electrical conductor B2 formal scientific

   A conductor through which electricity enters or leaves an object, substance, or region.

   • The electrode was placed in the solution to measure conductivity.
   • Copper is commonly used as an electrode in batteries.
   • The patient had electrodes attached to their chest for the ECG.

   🇪🇸Electrodo

   Sinónimos: conductorcontactpoleterminal

2. Welding tool B2 formal technical

   A rod or wire used in welding to conduct current and melt metal.

   • The welder replaced the worn electrode before starting the job.
   • Different metals require specific types of welding electrodes.
   • He carefully guided the electrode along the joint.

   🇪🇸Electrodo de soldadura

   Sinónimos: rod

• electrodes plural form
• electrodes' possessive plural form
• electrode's possessive singular form