SINCE 1828
magnetic fluid
nounDefinition of magnetic fluid
1
: a hypothetical fluid formerly assumed to account for magnetic phenomena
2
: a mixture of finely divided iron with oil or other suitable liquid that is characterized by its marked increase in viscosity when subjected to a strong magnetic field — compare magnetic fluid clutch
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