nicad
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ni·cad

noun, often capitalized N&C \ˈnī-ˌkad\

Definition of NICAD

: a rechargeable storage battery that has a nickel cathode and a cadmium anode

Origin of NICAD

1nickel + cadmium
First Known Use: 1955

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