electrolytic: Definition from Answers.com

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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: a fixed capacitor consisting of two electrodes separated by an electrolyte
Synonyms: electrolytic capacitor, electrolytic condenser

The adjective electrolytic has 2 meanings:

Meaning #1: of or concerned with or produced by electrolysis
Pertains to noun: electrolysis (meaning #1)

Meaning #2: of or relating to or containing an electrolyte
Pertains to noun: electrolytic capacitor (meaning #1)

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