Demagnetized: meaning, definitions and examples
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demagnetized
[ ˌdiːˈmæɡ.nə.taɪzd ]
physics process
Demagnetized refers to the process of removing the magnetic properties from a material. This can occur naturally over time, or be induced through various means, such as heating or external magnetic fields. It effectively neutralizes the magnetism in ferromagnetic materials.
Synonyms
degaussed, neutralized, unmagnetized.
Examples of usage
- The steel bar was demagnetized after being heated.
- The computer's hard drive became demagnetized due to a strong magnetic field.
- We need to ensure that all equipment is demagnetized before repairs.
- Demagnetized tools are safer to use around sensitive electronics.
Translations
Translations of the word "demagnetized" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desmagnetizado
🇮🇳 डिमैग्नेटाइज़ किया हुआ
🇩🇪 demagnetisiert
🇮🇩 demagnetisasi
🇺🇦 демагнітизований
🇵🇱 demagnetyzowany
🇯🇵 脱磁された
🇫🇷 démagnétisé
🇪🇸 desmagnetizado
🇹🇷 demanyetize edilmiş
🇰🇷 탈자기화된
🇸🇦 غير مغناطيسي
🇨🇿 demagnetizovaný
🇸🇰 demagnetizovaný
🇨🇳 去磁的
🇸🇮 demagnetiziran
🇮🇸 afmagnast
🇰🇿 демагниттелген
🇬🇪 დემაგნიტებული
🇦🇿 demaqnitləşdirilmiş
🇲🇽 desmagnetizado
Etymology
The term 'demagnetized' comes from the prefix 'de-', which indicates removal or reversal, combined with 'magnetize', derived from the root word 'magnet'. 'Magnet' itself has its origins in the Latin term 'magnes', meaning 'magnet', and also traces back to the Greek word 'magnetis lithos', which means 'Magnesian stone', referring to lodestone. Lodestone was historically significant for its magnetic properties and is one of the earliest known magnetic materials. The concept of demagnetization became particularly important with the advent of electrical engineering and technology in the 20th century, leading to practices such as degaussing for data erasure on magnetic storage devices. Today, the process of demagnetization is utilized in various fields, including electronics, automotive, and manufacturing, to enhance safety and ensure the effectiveness of magnetic materials.