— magnetizer , n.
/mag"ni tuyz'/ , v.t., magnetized, magnetizing .
1. to make a magnet of or impart the properties of a magnet to.
2. to exert an attracting or compelling influence upon: The evangelist's oratory magnetized his listeners.
3. Archaic. to mesmerize.
Also, esp. Brit., magnetise .
[ 1775-85; MAGNET + -IZE ]