magnetic
[ mag-net-ik ]
/ mægˈnɛt ɪk /
adjective
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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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 forms of magnetic
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Scientific definitions for magnetic
magnetic
[ măg-nĕt′ĭk ]
Producing, caused by, or making use of magnetic fields.
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