dry cell

noun, Electricity
1.
a cell in which the electrolyte exists in the form of a paste, is absorbed in a porous medium, or is otherwise restrained from flowing.
Compare battery (def 1).
Origin
1890-95
Examples from the web for dry cell
  • Convenience centers also offer a method of recycling used motor oil, small electronics and both wet and dry cell batteries.
  • The dry cell battery can rupture and irritate the skin.
British Dictionary definitions for dry cell

dry cell

noun
1.
a primary cell in which the electrolyte is in the form of a paste or is treated in some way to prevent it from spilling Compare wet cell
dry cell in Science
dry cell  
A galvanic electric cell, such as a flashlight battery, in which the chemicals in the electrolyte are made into a paste so that they cannot easily spill from their container. Compare wet cell.