cold cathode

/koʊld ˌkæˈθoʊd/
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Definitions of cold cathode
  1. noun
    a cathode that is a source of electrons without being heated
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    type of:
    cathode
    a negatively charged electrode that is the source of electrons entering an electrical device
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