anodes

noun

1. 1

   An electrode, of a cell or other electrically polarized device, through which a positive current of electricity flows inwards (and thus, electrons flow outwards). It can have either a negative or a positive voltage.

2. 2

   (by extension) The electrode at which chemical oxidation of anions takes place, usually resulting in the erosion of metal from the electrode.

3. 3

   The electrode which collects electrons emitted by the cathode in a vacuum tube or gas-filled tube.

4. 4

   That electrode of a semiconductor device which is connected to the p-type material of a p-n junction.