polarity
nounfemininetécnico/pu.lɐ.ɾi.ˈða.ðɨ/medium
po·la·ri·da·de
Definition
The property of a body or system that has two poles or ends with opposite or complementary characteristics (e.g., positive/negative, north/south).
Check the polarity of the wires before connecting them.
The political discussion revealed a deep polarity in society.
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Common collocations
magnetic polarityelectrical polarityreverse polarity
Etymology
Do francês 'polarité', do latim científico 'polaritas, -atis', de 'polus' (polo).