Definitions for electrolyteɪˈlɛk trəˌlaɪt
Random House Webster's College Dictionary
e•lec•tro•lyteɪˈlɛk trəˌlaɪt(n.)
any substance that dissociates into ions when melted or dissolved in a suitable medium and thus forms a conductor of electricity.
Category: Chemistry
a conducting medium in which the flow of current is accompanied by the movement of ions.
Category: Physiology
Origin of electrolyte:
1825–35; electro-+ Gk lyt(ós), v. adj. of lyein to loosen; cf. -lytic
Princeton's WordNet
electrolyte(noun)
a solution that conducts electricity
"the proper amount and distribution of electrolytes in the body is essential for health"
Wiktionary
electrolyte(Noun)
a substance that, in solution or when molten, ionizes and conducts electricity
electrolyte(Noun)
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
Webster Dictionary
Electrolyte(noun)
a compound decomposable, or subjected to decomposition, by an electric current
The Standard Electrical Dictionary
Electrolyte
A body susceptible of decomposition by the electric current, and capable of electrolytic conduction. It must be a fluid body and therefore capable of diffusion, and composite in composition. An elemental body cannot be an electrolyte.
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