/ Dictionary / Index M magnetic: Meaning and Definition of Find definitions for: mag•net•ic Pronunciation: (mag-net'ik), [key] — adj. of or pertaining to a magnet or magnetism. having the properties of a magnet. capable of being magnetized or attracted by a magnet. pertaining to the magnetic field of the earth: the magnetic equator. exerting a strong attractive power or charm: a magnetic personality. noting or pertaining to various bearings and measurements as indicated by a magnetic compass: magnetic amplitude; magnetic course; magnetic meridian. Random House Unabridged Dictionary, Copyright © 1997, by Random House, Inc., on Infoplease. See also: magnetic (Thesaurus) magnet magnetic amplifier Related Content Daily Word Quiz: penchant Analogy of the Day: Today’s Analogy Spelling Bee: Today’s Spelling Bee Frequently Misspelled Words Frequently Mispronounced Words Easily Confused Words Writing & Language