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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
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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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