magnetoelectric

[ mag-nee-toh-i-lek-trik ]

/ mægˌni toʊ ɪˈlɛk trɪk /

of or relating to the induction of electric current or electromotive force by means of permanent magnets.

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Also mag·ne·to·e·lec·tri·cal .

First recorded in 1825–35; magneto- + electric

In magneto-electric machines employed in electro-metallurgic operations, it is essential the current should be a direct one.
Cooley's Practical Receipts, Volume II|Arnold Cooley
The earth is growing warmer by the increase of magneto-electric action, whatever the state of the atmosphere.
The Philosophy of the Weather|Thomas Belden Butler
The magneto-electric machine, as it was called, remained virtually in this form for many years.
Invention|Bradley A. Fiske
Magneto-electric induction, induction of electric currents by means of a magnetic field—M. Faraday, England, 1831.
The Story of Great Inventions|Elmer Ellsworth Burns

At once magneto-electric machines were made for generating electricity for the electric light, electro-plating, etc.
Lives of Poor Boys Who Became Famous|Sarah K. Bolton