Demagnetize
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Demagnetize is a verb meaning (transitive) To make something nonmagnetic by removing its magnetic properties.
Meaning
(transitive) To make something nonmagnetic by removing its magnetic properties.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To erase the contents of a magnetic storage device.
Word Forms
- demagnetizes
- demagnetizing
- demagnetized
- demagnetise
Synonyms for demagnetize
Depending on context, synonyms include degauss.
Antonyms for demagnetize
Common opposites include magnetize, caustically, vitriolically.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include degauss, demagnetise, depolarize, demetallize, erase, dematerialize.
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