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magnetic
[mag-net-ik]
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.
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 earth
the magnetic equator
capable of being magnetized
exerting a powerful attraction
a magnetic personality
magnetic
Producing, caused by, or making use of magnetic fields.
Other Word Forms
- magnetically adverb
- nonmagnetic adjective
- nonmagnetical adjective
- nonmagnetically adverb
- overmagnetic adjective
- overmagnetically adverb
- semimagnetic adjective
- semimagnetical adjective
- semimagnetically adverb
- unmagnetic adjective
- unmagnetical adjective
Word History and Origins
Example Sentences
Loggerhead turtles are equipped with two different abilities for sensing the Earth's magnetic field, yet scientists had not determined which one they rely on to interpret the magnetic map they inherit at birth.
The plasmasphere works with Earth's magnetic field to help block harmful charged particles from the Sun and deep space, offering natural protection for satellites and other technology.
Their ability to respond to magnetic or electric fields makes ferroic materials essential components in many modern electronic and data storage devices.
In the new study, the researchers protected the bacteria by enclosing them, along with magnetic particles, inside small droplets of sodium alginate, a thickening ingredient commonly found in foods.
Just like moving fingers under the running water from a tap can disrupt its steady flow, HIP 67522 b disturbs the star’s magnetic field as it orbits around its host star.
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