Plural of anode
regular plural
The plural of anode is anodes.
Forms of anode
| Singular | anode /ˈæn.əʊd/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | anodes |
| Countable | countable |
Anodes in a sentence
- We coated up the anodes before the experiment.From the entry coat up
Meaning of anode
- noun An electrode, of a cell or other electrically polarized device, through which a positive current of electricity flows inwards (and thus, electrons flow outwards). It can have either a positive or a negative voltage with respect to cathode of the same polarized device (depending on whether the device is a load or a source, respectively).
- noun (by extension) The electrode at which chemical oxidation of anions takes place, usually resulting in the erosion of metal from the electrode.
- noun The electrode which collects electrons emitted by the cathode in a vacuum tube or gas-filled tube.
Questions about the plural of anode
- What is the plural of anode?
- The plural of anode is anodes.
- Is anode countable?
- Anode is a countable noun.
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