Imán (en. Magnet)

/iˈman/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Body capable of creating a magnetic field.

A magnet can attract iron nails.

Un imán puede atraer clavos de hierro.

Device used in household appliances.

The refrigerator magnet keeps the door closed.

El imán del frigorífico mantiene la puerta cerrada.

Fundamental element in the physics of magnetism.

Magnets are essential for the operation of electric motors.

Los imanes son esenciales para el funcionamiento de motores eléctricos.

From Latin 'māgnes', 'magnetis', referring to the magnet from Magnesia.

refrigerator magnet

A magnet that is placed on refrigerators as a decoration or to hold notes.

imán de nevera

attraction magnet

Concept that refers to something that attracts people or things.

imán de atracción

magnetism

Physical phenomenon associated with the attractive force of magnets.

magnetismo

electromagnetism

Field of physics that studies interactions between magnetism and electricity.

electromagnetismo

ferromagnetism

Property of certain materials to be magnetized.

ferromagnetismo

A person who attracts others with their charisma.

That girl is a magnet for boys.

Esa chica es un imán para los chicos.

Something that causes great interest or curiosity.

That new project is a magnet for investors.

Ese nuevo proyecto es un imán para inversores.