Definition

Relating to the production of electricity through magnetic fields or the interaction between magnetic and electric forces.

Example

The magnetoelectric materials can convert magnetic energy into electrical energy.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new magnetoelectric materials they are developing?

No, I haven't! What are they used for?

They convert magnetic energy into electricity, which is pretty fascinating.

That sounds really cool! I’d love to learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Magnetoelectric → It is formed from "magneto-" (from Greek "magnetis" meaning magnet) and "electric" (from Greek "ēlektron" meaning amber, which was known to produce static electricity). The word describes phenomena related to both magnetism and electricity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'magnet' for the magnetic aspect and 'electric' for the electrical aspect — together, they describe something that involves both magnetism and electricity.

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