electromagnetic

[ih-lek-troh-mag-net-ik]

adjective

1. of or relating to electromagnetism or electromagnetic fields.

electromagnetic

/ ɪˌlɛktrəʊmæɡˈnɛtɪk /

adjective

1. of, containing, or operated by an electromagnet

   an electromagnetic pump

2. of, relating to, or consisting of electromagnetism

   electromagnetic moment

3. of or relating to electromagnetic radiation

   the electromagnetic spectrum

Other Word Forms

• electromagnetically adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of electromagnetic¹

First recorded in 1815–25; electro- + magnetic

Example Sentences

They are fitted with missile defence and radar jamming systems as well as electronics designed to withstand the electromagnetic pulse of a nuclear blast.

From BBC

The modifications would include installation of advanced security systems, ability to refuel mid-flight, and protection against electromagnetic pulses from nuclear blasts.

From BBC

"One of the things we did was leverage our electromagnetic warfare capability in order to ensure dominance throughout the operation", Gen Miller says.

From BBC

The Fujian will be their first carrier that will employ electromagnetic catapults to launch their planes - a technology that currently only American aircraft carriers possess.

From BBC

The patent for one of these gadgets — a large, electromagnetic, vibrational wand — is Carrie’s only inheritance.

From Salon