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magnetism

noun

Simple meaning

Attraction for iron; associated with electric currents as well as magnets.

Pronunciation

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magnuhtihzuhm

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈmæɡnətɪzəm

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Definition

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noun

  1. physics

    The property of being magnetic.

  2. physics

    The science which treats of magnetic phenomena.

  3. Attraction for iron; associated with electric currents as well as magnets; characterized by fields of force

  4. Power of attraction; power to excite the feelings and to gain the affections.

  5. Animal magnetism.

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animal magnetismpersonal magnetismterrestrial magnetismresidual magnetismpermanent magnetism

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Word Family

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Word family

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  • magneticadjectiveDerived adjective

    Related to The property of being magnetic.

  • magneticallyadverbDerived adverb

    By the use of magnetism.

Compound terms

Established multiword terms.

  • animal magnetismnounCompound term

    Magnetic personal charm.

  • personal magnetismnounCompound term

    A personal attractiveness or interestingness that enables you to influence others.

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