How to Pronounce Cath

To pronounce "cath", say CATH — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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What does cath mean?

noun

  1. A small tube inserted into a body cavity to administer a drug, create an opening, distend a passageway, or remove fluid.

verb

  1. To introduce a catheter into part of the body.

noun

  1. An electrode, of a cell or other electrically polarized device, through which a positive current of electricity flows outwards (and thus, electrons flow inwards). It usually, but not always, has a positive voltage.
  2. (by extension) The electrode at which chemical reduction of cations takes place, usually resulting in the deposition of metal onto the electrode.

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How many syllables are in "cath"?▾

"Cath" has one syllable.

What does "cath" mean?▾

Cath: A small tube inserted into a body cavity to administer a drug, create an opening, distend a passageway, or remove fluid.

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