magnetizable

[ mag-ni-tahy-zuh-buhl ]

adjective

1. susceptible to magnetization.

Other Words From

• magne·tiza·bili·ty noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of magnetizable¹

First recorded in 1790–1800; magnetize + -able

Example Sentences

Watches and magnetizable metal should be removed from both the patient and the surgeon.

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Certain non-magnetizable alloys of nickel, chromium-nickel and chromium-manganese were rendered magnetizable by annealing.

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InvarAn alloy of nickel and steel claimed to be non-magnetizable.

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Used for certain parts of watches at the time when non-magnetizable watches were desirable.

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