electromagnetic

adjective

elec·​tro·​mag·​net·​ic i-ˌlek-trō-mag-ˈne-tik How to pronounce electromagnetic (audio)
: of, relating to, or produced by electromagnetism
electromagnetically adverb

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The Yosuda Glide Pro Electromagnetic Elliptical – Perfect for smooth, low-impact cardio, the Glide Pro features 16 resistance levels and a whisper-quiet electromagnetic drive system for a fluid, joint-friendly workout. New Atlas, 7 Oct. 2025 These devices emit bursts of electromagnetic energy across multiple bands, effectively blinding or hijacking most standard FPV drones that depend on Wi-Fi or radio. Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 6 Oct. 2025 Not even the Cold War atmospherics — of the non-electromagnetic kind — compelled the FCC to intervene in programming. Thomas Doherty, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2025 The dramatic thump of the ship’s four electromagnetic catapults which shoot them into the sky is constant and can be heard throughout the ship. Matthew Bodner, NBC news, 25 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for electromagnetic

Word History

First Known Use

1820, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of electromagnetic was in 1820

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“Electromagnetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/electromagnetic. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

electromagnetic

adjective
elec·​tro·​mag·​net·​ic i-ˌlek-trō-mag-ˈnet-ik How to pronounce electromagnetic (audio)
: of, relating to, or produced by electromagnetism

Medical Definition

electromagnetic

adjective
elec·​tro·​mag·​net·​ic -mag-ˈnet-ik How to pronounce electromagnetic (audio)
: of, relating to, or produced by electromagnetism
electromagnetically adverb

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