Word: cathodes
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: ca
thodes
Definition: Plural of cathode; a negatively charged electrode that is the source of electrons entering an electrical device
Morphemes:
Affix: cathode
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The electrode at which chemical reduction of cations takes place, usually resulting in the deposition of metal onto the electrode.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: κατα-
Language: grc
Decoded: kata-
Meaning: down
Affix: -s
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form many pluralia tantum (nouns that are almost or entirely without singular forms).