magnetism

Etymology

magnet + -ism

noun

  1. (physics) The property of being magnetic.
  2. (physics) The science which treats of magnetic phenomena.
  3. Power of attraction; power to excite the feelings and to gain the affections.
  4. Animal magnetism.
    Mediums … should also realise that it is essential to lead a particularly abstinent life, and to conserve their magnetism. 1936, Rollo Ahmed, The Black Art, London: Long, page 231

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