Word: Magnet

Pronunciation

/ˈmæɡnɪt/

Definitions

• Noun: A material or object that produces a magnetic field and attracts iron or other ferromagnetic materials. For example: “The child played with the magnets on the fridge.”

  • As a physical object: “A horseshoe magnet is often used in science experiments.”
  • Metaphorical usage: “The amusement park was a magnet for children during the summer holidays.”

• Verb: (transitive) To attract or draw something using a magnetic force or figuratively by a strong appeal or influence. For example: “This new restaurant has been magnetizing food lovers from all over the city.”

Phrases

• “Magnetic field”: The area around a magnet where its force can be detected.
• “Magnetic north”: The direction towards which a compass needle points, corresponding approximately to the Earth’s magnetic poles.
• “Love magnet”: A person who naturally attracts others due to their charm or charisma.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The speaker held up a bar magnet to demonstrate polarity.”
• Verb: “Her infectious personality magnetized people to her cause.”

Synonyms

• Lodestone
• Attractor
• Magnetic object
• Magnetic device
• Draw (figurative)
• Attract (verb form)