electrolyte
noun
elec·tro·lyte
i-ˈlek-trə-ˌlīt 
1
: a nonmetallic electric conductor in which current is carried by the movement of ions
2
a
: a substance that when dissolved in a suitable solvent or when fused becomes an ionic conductor
b
: any of the ions (as of sodium or calcium) that in biological fluid regulate or affect most metabolic processes (such as the flow of nutrients into and waste products out of cells)
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The drink will replenish your electrolytes.
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The drink, created in partnership with Grillo's Pickles, blends real pickle ingredients with electrolytes and Smoothie King’s standard fruit and nutrition base.
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Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 16 May 2026
Beyond material improvements, the company is refining manufacturing processes such as slurry coating, roll pressing, electrode cutting, tab welding, electrode winding, and vacuum electrolyte filling to improve battery consistency, mechanical strength, and cycle life.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 15 May 2026
Treatment focuses on supportive care, including administration of intravenous fluids to prevent dehydration and maintain electrolyte balance.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 May 2026
Blend in Greek yogurt, milk, or coconut water for even more electrolytes, along with protein.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 14 May 2026
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Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 16 May 2026
Beyond material improvements, the company is refining manufacturing processes such as slurry coating, roll pressing, electrode cutting, tab welding, electrode winding, and vacuum electrolyte filling to improve battery consistency, mechanical strength, and cycle life.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 15 May 2026
Treatment focuses on supportive care, including administration of intravenous fluids to prevent dehydration and maintain electrolyte balance.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 May 2026
Blend in Greek yogurt, milk, or coconut water for even more electrolytes, along with protein.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 14 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for electrolyte
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“Electrolyte.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/electrolyte. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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electrolyte
noun
elec·tro·lyte
i-ˈlek-trə-ˌlīt
1
: a conductor in which electric current is carried by the movement of ions that are not metallic
2
a
: a substance that when dissolved in a suitable solvent or when melted becomes an ionic conductor
b
: an ion (as of sodium) that regulates or affects metabolic processes of the body (as the movement of waste products out of a cell)
Medical Definition
electrolyte
noun
elec·tro·lyte
i-ˈlek-trə-ˌlīt
1
: a nonmetallic electric conductor in which current is carried by the movement of ions
2
a
: a substance (as an acid, base, or salt) that when dissolved in a suitable solvent (as water) or when fused becomes an ionic conductor
b
: any of the ions (as of sodium, potassium, calcium, or bicarbonate) that in a biological fluid regulate or affect most metabolic processes (as the flow of nutrients into and waste products out of cells)
—used especially in biology and biochemistry
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