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electromagnetic

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌɪˌɫɛktɹoʊmæɡˈnɛtɪk// UK //ɪlˌɛktɹəʊmɐɡnˈɛtɪk// elec·tro·mag·net·ic

adj. relating to the way electricity and magnetism work together. It describes energy that travels in waves, like light, radio signals, or X-rays.

adj. relating to the interrelation of electric currents or fields and magnetic fields. Describes radiation consisting of waves of energy associated with electric and magnetic fields resulting from the acceleration of an electric charge.


SIMPLE

The sun sends electromagnetic waves to Earth.

CONTEXTUAL

Modern smartphones use electromagnetic signals to communicate with cell towers and transmit data wirelessly.

COMPLEX

The entire electromagnetic spectrum includes everything from long-wavelength radio waves to high-frequency gamma rays, though only a small portion is visible to the human eye.

Origin

From electro- + magnetic or electromagnet + -ic.

Usage

Typically placed before the noun it modifies; often used in technical or scientific contexts to describe radiation, waves, or forces.

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