Anode

Pronunciation: /ˈæˌnoʊd/

Anode (noun)

  1. In an electrical circuit, the electrode where positive charge leaves the device during use.
  2. In a battery or cell, the terminal that acts as the source of electrons in the external circuit.
  3. In electrolysis, the electrode where oxidation happens and ions gain or lose electrons.

Examples

  • The anode provides an electric current source for the circuit.
  • The circuit uses the anode as an electric current source.