magnetismo

Portuguese

/ˌmaɡ.ne.ˈt͡ʃis.mo/

noun
Definitions
  • magnetism the property of being magnetic
  • magnetism power of attraction, power to excite feelings and to gain affections

Etymology

Derived from French magnétisme (magnetism) derived from Old French magnete (magnetite) derived from Latin magnētum derived from Ancient Greek μαγνής λίθος (Magnesian stone).

Origin

Ancient Greek

μαγνής λίθος

Gloss

Magnesian stone

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