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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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