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Noun: primary cell  prImeree sel
  1. An electric cell that generates an electromotive force by an irreversible conversion of chemical to electrical energy; cannot be recharged
    - voltaic cell, galvanic cell

Derived forms: primary cells

Type of: cell, electric cell

Part of: galvanic battery, voltaic battery

Encyclopedia: Primary cell