magnet

[ˈmæɡnət]

magnet Definition

a piece of iron or other material which has its component atoms so ordered that the material exhibits properties of magnetism, such as attracting other iron-containing objects or aligning itself in an external magnetic field.

Using magnet: Examples

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

  • Example

    The magnet on the fridge holds up the picture.

  • Example

    The compass needle points north because of the magnet inside it.

  • Example

    The MRI machine uses a strong magnet to create images of the body's internal structures.

magnet Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for magnet

Phrases with magnet

  • a quality of charisma or attractiveness that draws people towards someone

    Example

    He had a magnetic personality that made everyone want to be around him.

  • a region around a magnet or moving electric charge within which the force of magnetism acts

    Example

    The magnetic field of the Earth is what causes a compass to point north.

  • a type of storage medium for digital data in which information is recorded onto a thin strip of plastic coated with a magnetic material

    Example

    Old computers used magnetic tape to store data, but now most use hard drives or solid-state drives.

Origins of magnet

from French 'aimant', from Latin 'adamas', meaning 'hard metal'

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Summary: magnet in Brief

A 'magnet' [ˈmæɡnət] is a piece of material that exhibits magnetism, attracting other iron-containing objects or aligning itself in an external magnetic field. It can be found in everyday items like fridge magnets and compasses, and also in advanced technology like MRI machines. The term extends into phrases like 'magnetic personality,' denoting charisma, and 'magnetic field,' referring to the area around a magnet where magnetism acts.

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