lithium-ion battery

noun

lith·​i·​um-ion battery ˈli-thē-əm-ˈī-ən- 

-ˈī-ˌän-

: a rechargeable battery that uses lithium ions as the primary component of its electrolyte

Note: Lithium-ion batteries are common in portable electronic devices such as cell phones and laptop computers.

Examples of lithium-ion battery in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In addition, one structure caught on fire after the saltwater surf damaged a lithium-ion battery. — Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026

Researchers at Cornell University have developed a method that cuts a critical stage of lithium-ion battery manufacturing by up to 60%, potentially saving large factories as much as $100 million in production costs. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 29 Oct. 2026

American drivers have long expressed concerns about limited range, charging infrastructure, or the cost of replacing an enormous lithium-ion battery. — Willa Rubin, NPR, 29 Oct. 2026

Boise Fire and Republic Services held a lithium-ion battery safety event Tuesday to warn residents of improper battery disposal. — Harllie Stevenson, Idaho Statesman, 28 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1980, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for lithium-ion battery

• flattery
• slattery