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dry cell

noun

: a sealed container that holds chemicals which are used for producing electricity

Full Definition of DRY CELL

:  a voltaic cell whose contents are not spillable —called also dry battery
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First Known Use of DRY CELL

1893
DRY CELL Defined for Kids

dry cell

noun

Definition of DRY CELL for Kids

:  a small cell producing electricity by means of chemicals in a sealed container

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