remanent

adjective

rem·a·nent ˈre-mə-nənt

ri-ˈmā-

1

: residual, remaining

2

: of, relating to, or characterized by remanence

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Kimura and his team were able to measure remanent magnetization in two magnetite fragments (known as framboids because of their particular shape) from the Ryugu sample. —

Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 19 May 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French remanant — more at remnant

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of remanent was in the 15th century

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“Remanent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/remanent. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

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