ferromagnetism

noun /,fɛroʊ'mægnɪ,tɪzəm/

Definition
phenomenon exhibited by materials like iron (nickel or cobalt) that become magnetized in a magnetic field and retain their magnetism when the field is removed
Example
'ferromagnetism' can be found in many classic books.
Etymology
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Rare
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Archaic
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Obsolete
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Slang
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Vowels
5
Consonants
9
Length
14

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