Definition of Electromagnet

a magnet that is energized by electricity

Examples of Electromagnet in a sentence

Using a powerful electromagnet, the wrecking yard worker moved scrap metal from one side of the lot to the other.  🔊

An electromagnet is not permanent like a regular magnet because it is powered by electricity and can be turned off.  🔊

Wood would not attract to the electromagnet since it isn’t a good conductor.  🔊

When someone rings your doorbell, a tiny electromagnet uses electricity to pull a metal clapper against a bell.  🔊

The strength of an electromagnet can easily be changed by changing the amount of electric current that flows through it.  🔊

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