What does anode mean?
The positively charged electrode of an electrochemical cell or electrolytic cell, where oxidation occurs. In a galvanic cell, the anode is the electrode where a chemical reaction releases electrons, causing the electrode to become positively charged.
Example
"The anode of the battery was corroded, reducing its capacity to hold a charge."
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