Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling an electric voltaic pile, or to the electric properties of a solution of an electrolyte, especially a solution of a salt in water.

“The voltaic properties of the electrolyte solution were studied in the laboratory.”

2. noun

an electric voltaic pile, or a cell or battery that produces an electric current by chemical reaction.

“The voltaic was used to power small devices in the early days of electricity.”

3. noun

a voltaic arc or electric spark, especially one produced by a voltaic pile.

“The voltaic was visible in the dark room.”