cation

noun

cat·ion ˈkat-ˌī-ən

ˈka-(ˌ)tī-ən

: the ion in an electrolyzed solution that migrates to the cathode

broadly : a positively charged ion

Etymology

Greek kation, neuter of katiōn, present participle of katienai to go down, from kata- cata- + ienai to go — more at issue entry 1

First Known Use

1834, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of cation was in 1834

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“Cation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cation. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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cation

noun

cat·ion ˈkat-ˌī-ən

: the ion in solution during electrolysis that travels to the cathode

also : a positively charged ion

cation

noun

cat·ion ˈkat-ˌī-ən

: the ion in an electrolyzed solution that migrates to the cathode

broadly : a positively charged ion

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