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magnetic needle a slender magnetized rod used in certain instruments, such as the magnetic compass, for indicating the direction of a magnetic field magnetic needle [mag′ned·ik ′nēd·əl] (electromagnetism) A bar magnet or collection of bar magnets which is hung so as to show the direction of the magnetic field. In particular, a slender bar magnet, pointed at both ends, that is pivoted or freely suspended in a magnetic compass. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| He broke into the long easy lope, and went on, hour after hour, never at loss for the tangled way, heading straight home through strange country with a certitude of direction that put man and his magnetic needle to shame. |
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