Primary Cell (Noun)
Meaning
An electric cell that generates an electromotive force by an irreversible conversion of chemical to electrical energy; cannot be recharged.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The primary cell is the most common type of battery used in household devices.
- A flashlight typically uses a primary cell that cannot be recharged.
- The primary cell in the smoke detector had to be replaced every six months.
- Primary cells are often used in applications where a low cost and disposable power source is required.
- The primary cell in the remote control was exhausted after a year of regular use.