Definition

1. Noun:
   • A physical phenomenon of attraction for iron: "magnetic force" refers to the fundamental force that causes magnets to attract or repel each other and to attract certain materials like iron.
   • A force associated with electric currents and magnets: It is a force characterized by fields and is produced by moving electric charges or the intrinsic magnetic moments of elementary particles.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The magnetic force between the two poles was strong enough to move the paperclip.
  • Electric motors operate by using magnetic force to create motion.

Advanced Usage

• "to exert a magnetic force": to apply or have an influence through magnetism.
  • The large electromagnet can exert a magnetic force over a significant distance.

Variants and Related Words

• Magnetism (n): The property of being magnetic; the study of magnetic forces and fields.
  • The magnetism of the lodestone was known to ancient civilizations.
• Magnetic field (n): The region around a magnet where magnetic force can be detected.
  • The compass needle aligns with the Earth's magnetic field.

Synonyms

• Magnetic attraction: The attractive force of a magnet.
• Magnetism: The force of attraction or repulsion associated with magnetic materials.

Related Phrases

• Magnetic force field: A region of space under the influence of magnetic force.
  • The spacecraft was designed to withstand intense magnetic force fields.

Noun

1. attraction for iron; associated with electric currents as well as magnets; characterized by fields of force