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magnets

[mag-nits]

magnets Definition

  • 1an object that produces a magnetic field, used to attract certain metals
  • 2a person or thing that has a powerful attraction

Using magnets: Examples

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

  • Example

    The magnets on the fridge hold up my shopping list.

  • Example

    The magnet in the speaker converts electrical signals into sound waves.

  • Example

    She has always been a magnet for attention.

  • Example

    The city is a magnet for tourists from all over the world.

magnets Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for magnets

Phrases with magnets

  • a person who has an attractive and charming character that draws people towards them

    Example

    Her magnetic personality made her very popular among her colleagues.

  • the direction that a compass needle points towards, which is towards the North Pole

    Example

    The hikers used a compass to find their way by following the magnetic north.

  • a region around a magnet where the magnetic force is exerted

    Example

    The magnetic field of the Earth protects us from harmful solar radiation.

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Summary: magnets in Brief

A 'magnet' [mag-nits] is an object that produces a magnetic field and attracts certain metals. It can also refer to a person or thing that has a powerful attraction, as in 'She has always been a magnet for attention.' Phrases like 'magnetic personality' describe someone with a charming character that draws people towards them, while 'magnetic north' refers to the direction that a compass needle points towards. 'Magnet' is a common informal term for 'magnet.'