electromagnet

noun

elec·​tro·​mag·​net i-ˌlek-trō-ˈmag-nət 

: a core of magnetic material (such as iron) surrounded by a coil of wire through which an electric current is passed to magnetize the core

Examples of electromagnet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The sound is amplified through pickups and electromagnets found in debris after a fire. —Jessica Meszaros, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026

The second, reactive power, is power absorbed by components on the grid but not used, doing things like charging capacitors or powering electromagnets. —ArsTechnica, 24 Mar. 2026

Instead of tone holes, electromagnets manipulate the reed to change pitch, allowing for impossible notes and infinite bass. —Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 21 Jan. 2026

Observers believe these could house electromagnets or components for self-leveling suspension. —Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 30 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1821, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for electromagnet

• ferromagnet
• magnate
• magnet

Kids Definition

electromagnet

noun

elec·​tro·​mag·​net i-ˌlek-trō-ˈmag-nət 

: a core of magnetic material (as soft iron) surrounded by a coil of wire through which an electric current is passed to magnetize the core

Medical Definition

electromagnet

noun

elec·​tro·​mag·​net i-ˌlek-trō-ˈmag-nət 

: a core of magnetic material surrounded by a coil of wire through which an electric current is passed to magnetize the core