magnetization

noun

mag·​ne·​ti·​za·​tion ˌmag-nə-tə-ˈzā-shən 

: an instance of magnetizing or the state of being magnetized

also : the degree to which a body is magnetized

Examples of magnetization in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The largest iron ore magnetization roasting project in the world, which can convert discarded mine tailings into high-grade iron concentrate, has begun operations in China. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026

As a result, far less energy is wasted during magnetization and demagnetization cycles, dramatically improving motor efficiency and reducing heat generation. — Etiido Uko march 17, New Atlas, 17 Mar. 2026

This remanent magnetization can be reset by heating up the rock hosting the minerals. — David Bressan, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1801, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for magnetization

• abbreviation
• abomination
• acceleration
• accentuation
• accommodation
• accreditation
• acculturation
• accumulation
• acetylation
• adjudication
• administration
• adulteration

Medical Definition

magnetization

noun

mag·​ne·​ti·​za·​tion

variants also British magnetisation

ˌmag-nət-ə-ˈzā-shən 

: an instance of magnetizing or the state of being magnetized

also : the degree to which a body is magnetized