magnetic field

noun

: the portion of space near a magnetic body or a current-carrying body in which the magnetic forces due to the body or current can be detected

Examples of magnetic field in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The team has already constructed a working proof-of-concept that measures magnetic fields by reading the spin states of the NV centers. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 23 Sep. 2026

Due to the geometry of Earth's magnetic field relative to the sun, conditions become more favorable for the solar wind's magnetic field to connect with Earth's, allowing energy to funnel more efficiently down to the poles. — Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 23 Sep. 2026

By taking ultra-precise measurements of Earth's magnetic field, the system allows the aircraft to calculate its course and position without relying on satellite navigation. — New Atlas, 20 Sep. 2026

Many scientists are interested in how interactions between coronal mass ejections, the solar wind and Earth’s magnetic field influence geomagnetic storms. — Mary Magnuson, The Conversation, 9 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1845, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for magnetic field

• afield
• airfield
• annealed
• appealed
• brownfield
• coalfield
• concealed
• congealed
• cornfield
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Kids Definition

magnetic field

noun

: the portion of space near a magnetic body or a body carrying an electric current within which magnetic forces due to the body or current can be detected

Medical Definition

magnetic field

noun

: the portion of space near a magnetic body or a current-carrying body in which the magnetic forces due to the body or current can be detected

the magnetic field of the heart