mag|net´i|cal|ly

mag|net´i|cal|ly
mag|net|ic «mag NEHT ihk», adjective.
1. having the properties of a magnet: »

the magnetic needle of a compass.

2. a) of or having something to do with a magnet or magnetism: »

a magnetic axis.

b) producing, caused by, or operating by means of magnetism: »

a magnetic circuit.

3. of or having to do with the earth's magnetism: »

the magnetic meridian.

4. capable of being magnetized or of being attracted by a magnet: »

magnetic nickel.

5. Figurative. very attractive: »

Many stars of stage and screen are liked because they have magnetic personalities. Sympathy, the magnetic virtue…was extinct (William Godwin).

SYNONYM(S): winning, charming.
6. of or caused by hypnotism; mesmeric.
mag|net´i|cal|ly, adverb.

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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  • e|lec|tro|mag|net|i|cal|ly — «ih LEHK troh mag NEHT uh klee», adverb. 1. by means of an electromagnet. 2. by electromagnetism …   Useful english dictionary

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