field magnet

noun

a magnet for producing a magnetic field, as in a particle accelerator or an electric motor.

Origin of field magnet

First recorded in 1880–85

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The coils E are included in the circuit of a generator F, by means of which the field-magnet is energized.
The inventions, researches and writings of Nikola Tesla|Thomas Commerford Martin
The armature is made to revolve rapidly between the poles of the field-magnet by means of a handle that works up and down.
Things a Boy Should Know About Electricity|Thomas M. (Thomas Matthew) St. John
In practice, the frame B A C is made to carry the field-magnet of an electric motor for spinning the wheel.
Every-day Science: Volume VII. The Conquest of Time and Space|Henry Smith Williams
The field-magnet in this case consists of two annular parts H H, provided with annular grooves I for the reception of the coils.
The inventions, researches and writings of Nikola Tesla|Thomas Commerford Martin

The magnet, called the field-magnet, is merely to furnish lines of magnetic force.
Things a Boy Should Know About Electricity|Thomas M. (Thomas Matthew) St. John

British Dictionary definitions for field magnet

field magnet

noun

a permanent magnet or an electromagnet that produces the magnetic field in a generator, electric motor, or similar device

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Science definitions for field magnet

field magnet

A permanent magnet used to produce a base magnetic field against which other magnetized materials react, as in the operation of electrical devices such as motors, generators, and solenoids.

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