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deviation |
the deflection of a compass needle on a ship caused by the magnetism of the ship itself. [1/3 definitions] |
electromagnetics |
(used with a sing. verb) the branch of physics that concerns the relationship between magnetism and electricity; electromagnetism. |
electromagnetism |
magnetism produced by electric current. [2 definitions] |
inclinometer |
an instrument for measuring the inclination or direction of the earth's magnetism. [1/2 definitions] |
induce |
to produce (an electric charge or force, or magnetism) by induction. [1/4 definitions] |
induction |
the generation of an electric charge, electromotive force, or magnetism by a body with electric or magnetic properties in a nearby body without direct contact. [1/3 definitions] |
magnetic |
functioning by means of magnetism. [1/4 definitions] |
magnetics |
(used with a sing. verb) the branch of physics concerned with magnets and magnetism. |
magnetize |
to attract by means of personal magnetism; enthrall; captivate. [1/2 definitions] |
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