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

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The vibrancy of the hues, however, is dependent upon the level of geomagnetic activity. Skyler Caruso, People.com, 19 Nov. 2024 The aurora borealis becomes visible due to geomagnetic activity, which leads to ions colliding with Earth’s atmospheric gasses and creating auroral displays visible from Earth. Molly Bohannon, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024 But for the most part, power grid and satellite operators kept satellites in order and properly in orbit and managed the buildup of intense geomagnetic currents on the grid systems. Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 10 Oct. 2024 The northern lights are visible due to geomagnetic activity, which leads to the collision of ions with Earth’s atmospheric gasses that creates auroral displays. Molly Bohannon, Forbes, 13 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for geomagnetic 

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 4 Dec. 2024.

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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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