Definition of Electrolyte

1. Noun. A solution that conducts electricity. "The proper amount and distribution of electrolytes in the body is essential for health"

Generic synonyms: Solution
Specialized synonyms: Polyelectrolyte
Derivative terms: Electrolytic

Definition of Electrolyte

1. n. A compound decomposable, or subjected to decomposition, by an electric current.

Definition of Electrolyte

1. Noun. (chemistry) a substance that, in solution or when molten, ionizes and conducts electricity ¹

2. Noun. (physiology) any of the various ions (such as sodium or chloride) that regulate the electric charge on cells and the flow of water across their membranes ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Electrolyte

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Medical Definition of Electrolyte

1. A substance that dissociates into ions when fused or in solution and thus becomes capable of conducting electricity, an ionic solute. Origin: Gr. Lytos = that may be dissolved This entry appears with permission from the Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology (11 Mar 2008)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Electrolyte

electrolocation
electrolocations
electrologies
electrologist
electrologists
electrology
electroluminescence
electroluminescent
electrolysation
electrolyse
electrolyser
electrolysers
electrolyses
electrolysing
electrolysis
electrolyte (current term)
electrolyte acid
electrolyte balance
electrolyte imbalance
electrolyte metabolism
electrolyte profile
electrolyte solution
electrolytes
electrolytic
electrolytic capacitor
electrolytic cell
electrolytic condenser
electrolytical
electrolytically
electrolyzable

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