magnetism /ˈmæɡ.nəˌtɪz.əm/ noun4 •The property of being magnetic.Earth is surrounded by a magnetosphere — an invisible bubble of magnetism generated by the powerful churning of molten metals at Earth’s core. — 2023 •Power of attraction; power to excite the feelings and to gain the affections. •The science which treats of magnetic phenomena. •Animal magnetism.Mediums [...] should also realise that it is essential to lead a particularly abstinent life, and to conserve their magnetism. — 1936 formsmagnetisms