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Term: Magnetic

Description:

Magnetic is an adjective that refers to the property or characteristic of attracting certain materials, such as iron, due to a force called magnetism. It can also describe something that has a strong attraction or appeal.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

As an adjective, magnetic can describe something related to magnets or magnetism.

Example sentence: The magnetic field around the refrigerator keeps the magnets attached to its surface.

Sense 2:

As an adjective, magnetic can describe something with a strong attraction or charm.

Example sentence: The charismatic leader had a magnetic personality that drew people towards him.

Sense 3:

As a noun, magnetic refers to a recording medium for audio or visual data stored magnetically.

Example sentence: The cassette tapes were the most popular magnetic storage medium for music in the 80s.

Sense 4:

As a noun, magnetic refers to a substance that can be magnetized.

Example sentence: Iron is a magnetic which can be used to create magnets.

Possible Related Products:

Magnets

Magnetic Refrigerator Organizer

Magnetic Tapes