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magnetic

[ mag-net-ik ]
/ mægˈnɛt ɪk /
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adjective

of or relating to a magnet or magnetism.
having the properties of a magnet.
capable of being magnetized or attracted by a magnet.
pertaining to the magnetic field of the earth: the magnetic equator.
exerting a strong attractive power or charm: a magnetic personality.
noting or pertaining to various bearings and measurements as indicated by a magnetic compass: magnetic amplitude; magnetic course; magnetic meridian.

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RELATED WORDS

seductive, hypnotic, irresistible, alluring, appealing, charismatic, charming, enchanting, entrancing, fascinating, inviting, arresting, bewitching, captivating, mesmerizing

Nearby words

  1. magnet,
  2. magnet school,
  3. magnet steel,
  4. magnet-,
  5. magnetar,
  6. magnetic amplifier,
  7. magnetic anomaly,
  8. magnetic bearing,
  9. magnetic bottle,
  10. magnetic bubble
Sometimes mag·net·i·cal.

Origin of magnetic

From the Late Latin word magnēticus, dating back to 1625–35. See magnet, -ic
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British Dictionary definitions for magnetic

magnetic

/ (mæɡˈnɛtɪk) /

adjective

of, producing, or operated by means of magnetism
of or concerned with a magnet
of or concerned with the magnetism of the earththe magnetic equator
capable of being magnetized
exerting a powerful attractiona magnetic personality
Derived Formsmagnetically, adverb
Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
Word Origin and History for magnetic

magnetic

adj.

1610s, literal; 1630s, figurative, from Modern Latin magneticus, from Latin magnes (see magnet).

Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
Science definitions for magnetic

magnetic

[ măg-nĕt′ĭk ]

Producing, caused by, or making use of magnetic fields.
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