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

The Fitbit Edge is rumored to come with a replaceable lithium-ion battery with up to seven days of battery life. — Emma Roth, The Verge, 9 Oct. 2026

The research offers a potential way to reduce manufacturing waste, energy consumption and recycling costs as demand for lithium-ion batteries continues to grow. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026

Orbán’s government hoped the investments would make Hungary a global hub of lithium-ion battery manufacturing, yet decreased demand and other market pressures have so far prevented those investments from paying high dividends. — ABC News, 5 Oct. 2026

When using micro-mobility devices like e-bikes powered by lithium-ion batteries, charge and store outside the home, where possible. — Lillian Bonsignore, New York Daily News, 4 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1980, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for lithium-ion battery

• flattery
• slattery