permanent magnet

noun

: a magnet that retains its magnetism after removal of the magnetizing force

Examples of permanent magnet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Rare earth permanent magnets drive electric vehicles Rare earth permanent magnets drive electric vehicles, medical imaging equipment, and defense systems. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2026

At the heart of this baronial vehicle is a pair of permanent magnet synchronous motors delivering nearly 876 hp in Torcal’s most athletic spec. — Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2026

His first responded to Trump’s April 2025 imposition of a 145 percent tariff on imports from China; Beijing then halted global exports of rare-earth permanent magnets, another essential input for car seats, windshield wipers, motors, and cameras. — Chad P. Bown, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for permanent magnet

• electromagnet
• ferromagnet
• magnate

Kids Definition

permanent magnet

noun

: a magnet that retains its magnetism after removal of the magnetizing force