lodestone | ||
1. | [ noun ] (physics,geology,mining) magnetite that possess polarity and has the power to attract as well as to be attracted magnetically | |
Synonyms: | loadstone | |
Related terms: | magnetite permanent_magnet magnetite | |
2. | [ noun ] (physics) a permanent magnet consisting of magnetite that possess polarity and has the power to attract as well as to be attracted magnetically | |
Synonyms: | loadstone | |
Related terms: | permanent_magnet magnetite | |
Similar spelling: |
loadstone lodestar |