adj

electromagnetic

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adj

Relating to the combined force of electricity and magnetism, or to the fields they produce.

"Radio waves, light, and X-rays are all forms of electromagnetic radiation."

"The train floats above the track using electromagnetic levitation."

How to Use Electromagnetic

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHaving to do with the linked force of electricity and magnetism, like the fields around wires, magnets, or radio waves.

Common pairings

electromagnetic field electromagnetic radiation electromagnetic wave

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Radio waves, light, and X-rays are all forms of _____ radiation.

From electro- ("electric") plus magnetic, describing the single force that unites electricity and magnetism.

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