Electrolyte (noun)

1. A substance that conducts electricity when dissolved in water or melted.
2. A chemical substance that conducts electricity when dissolved in a polar solvent, such as water.
3. A substance that is capable of conducting electricity when dissolved in a polar solvent, such as water.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from electro- + -lyte, on the pattern of words such as hydrate.

Examples:

1. Sodium chloride is an electrolyte that helps to regulate the fluid balance in the body.
2. The electrolyte in the battery ensures a steady flow of electricity.
3. The electrolyte solution in the fuel cell allows for the conversion of chemical energy into electricity.
4. Electrolytes are essential for the proper function of nerve and muscle cells.
5. The electrolyte in the electrolysis cell was responsible for splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen.