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electromagnetic
adjective
elec·tro·mag·net·ic
i-ˌlek-trō-mag-ˈne-tik
: of, relating to, or produced by electromagnetism
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An aura is an electromagnetic field that surrounds the physical body.
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Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2025
As a testing engineer, Liu assessed products’ electromagnetic compatibility, RF exposure levels, and hearing-aid compatibility.
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IEEE Spectrum, 29 Jan. 2025
Attached to the collar of her gown is a large, grey, electromagnetic security tag – one that would take a delicate operation to remove.
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Sophie Williams, Billboard, 28 Jan. 2025
Live Science reported in 2013 that certain ant species are attracted to the warmth and electromagnetic fields that electronics emit.
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Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025
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Word History
First Known Use
1820, in the meaning defined above
Phrases Containing electromagnetic
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“Electromagnetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/electromagnetic. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.
Kids Definition
electromagnetic
adjective
elec·tro·mag·net·ic
i-ˌlek-trō-mag-ˈnet-ik
: of, relating to, or produced by electromagnetism
Medical Definition
electromagnetic
adjective
elec·tro·mag·net·ic
-mag-ˈnet-ik
: of, relating to, or produced by electromagnetism
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