degaussed

[dee-gawst]

degaussed Definition

to demagnetize a magnetic field, especially in a tape or disk.

Using degaussed: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "degaussed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The hard drive was degaussed to ensure that no sensitive information remained.

  • Example

    The tapes were degaussed before being reused.

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Summary: degaussed in Brief

'Degaussed' [dee-gawst] is a verb that means to demagnetize a magnetic field, particularly in tapes or disks. It is commonly used in the context of data security and privacy, as in 'The hard drive was degaussed to ensure that no sensitive information remained.'