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solenoid Definition


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solenoid
noun
    1. physics.
      A cylindrical coil of wire that produces a magnetic field when an electric current is passed through it, and often contains a movable iron or steel core that can be used to operate a switch, relay, circuit breaker, etc.
Derivative: solenoidal
adj
    Etymology: 19c: from Greek solen tube + -oid.



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