verb
- removes the magnetic properties from something
Usage: third person singular present tense
Examples
- The technician demagnetizes the hard drive before disposal.
- Heat demagnetizes the compass needle.
- The machine demagnetizes metal tools after use.
- Strong electromagnetic fields can demagnetize credit cards.
- The process demagnetizes the steel components completely.
- She demagnetizes the screwdriver with a special device.