primary cell
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A battery that cannot be recharged once its chemical reactants are used up.
Synonyms and antonyms
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Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The old radio ran on a _____ that had to be thrown away and replaced once it went flat."
Answer: primary cell
In your own words, what does "primary cell" mean?
A battery that cannot be recharged once its chemical reactants are used up.
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