geomagnetic

adjective

geo·​mag·​net·​ic ˌjē-ō-mag-ˈne-tik How to pronounce geomagnetic (audio)
: of or relating to terrestrial magnetism
geomagnetically adverb
geomagnetism noun

Examples of geomagnetic in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The Kp index is a measure of geomagnetic activity—the stronger the activity, the brighter the aurora will be. Chantelle Lee, TIME, 13 Sep. 2024 The appearance of the northern lights are a result of geomagnetic activity, which can result in the collision of ions with Earth’s atmospheric gasses and create auroral displays. Molly Bohannon, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024 The visibility of the aurora depends on multiple factors from location, weather, time of night and the level of geomagnetic activity presenting. Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 12 Sep. 2024 This elevated geomagnetic activity, indicated by a Kp level 6, suggests that the auroras could be particularly bright and active, offering a chance to witness this captivating display even from areas farther south than usual. Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 12 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for geomagnetic 

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Word History

First Known Use

1904, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of geomagnetic was in 1904

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“Geomagnetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/geomagnetic. Accessed 10 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

geomagnetic

adjective
geo·​mag·​net·​ic ˌjē-ō-mag-ˈnet-ik How to pronounce geomagnetic (audio)
: of or relating to the magnetism of the earth
geomagnetism noun
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