1.
If something metal is ~, it acts like a magnet.
...~ particles.
ADJ: usu ADJ n
2.
You use ~ to describe something that is caused by or relates to the force of magnetism.
The electrically charged gas particles are affected by ~ forces.
ADJ
~ally
...metal fragments held together ~ally.
ADV: ADV after v
3.
You use ~ to describe tapes and other objects which have a coating of a ~ substance and contain coded information that can be read by computers or other machines.
...her ~ strip ID card.
ADJ: usu ADJ n
4.
If you describe something as ~, you mean that it is very attractive to people because it has unusual, powerful, and exciting qualities.
...the ~ effect of the prosperous German economy on would-be immigrants.
ADJ: usu ADJ n