magnetic (adj.)

  1. of or relating to or caused by magnetism; magnetic forces'

  2. having the properties of a magnet; i.e. of attracting iron or steel; the hard disk is covered with a thin coat of magnetic material

    [ Syn: magnetized , magnetised ]

  3. capable of being magnetized

  4. determined by earth's magnetic fields; magnetic north; the needle of a magnetic compass points to the magnetic north pole'

  5. possessing an extraordinary ability to attract; a charismatic leader; a magnetic personality

    [ Syn: charismatic ]

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