magnet
nounmasculine/iˈmɐ̃/low
i·man
Definition
A body that possesses natural or acquired magnetism, attracting objects made of iron, steel, etc.
The magnet on the fridge held the note.
We used a strong magnet to separate the iron filings.
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Common collocations
natural magnetartificial magnetmagnet fieldmagnet pole
Etymology
Do árabe 'imān' (fé).