electromagnetic

adjective

elec·​tro·​mag·​net·​ic i-ˌlek-trō-mag-ˈne-tik How to pronounce electromagnetic (audio)
: of, relating to, or produced by electromagnetism
electromagnetically
i-ˌlek-trō-mag-ˈne-ti-k(ə-)lē How to pronounce electromagnetic (audio)
adverb

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With such little heft and a neutral electromagnetic charge, the particles hardly ever interact with other matter. — James Dinneen, Quanta Magazine, 7 Aug. 2026 The new linear synchronous motor launch system rockets riders forward at 55 mph while electromagnetic fins assist with the braking. — Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 6 Aug. 2026 The changing magnetic field induces a voltage in the conductor, the same basic electromagnetic induction principle used in electrical generators. — New Atlas, 4 Aug. 2026 According to Song, the integration of these technologies improvaes the ship’s overall capabilities and demonstrates China’s progress in electromagnetic catapult systems and related technologies. — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 2 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for electromagnetic

Word History

First Known Use

1820, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of electromagnetic was in 1820

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“Electromagnetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/electromagnetic. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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electromagnetic

adjective
elec·​tro·​mag·​net·​ic i-ˌlek-trō-mag-ˈnet-ik How to pronounce electromagnetic (audio)
: of, relating to, or produced by electromagnetism

Medical Definition

electromagnetic

adjective
elec·​tro·​mag·​net·​ic -mag-ˈnet-ik How to pronounce electromagnetic (audio)
: of, relating to, or produced by electromagnetism
electromagnetically
-i-k(ə-)lē How to pronounce electromagnetic (audio)
adverb

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