Demagnetise (Verb)
Meaning 1
Erase (a magnetic storage device).
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- The phone's factory reset would demagnetise the magnetic storage device to ensure all data was erased.
- To demagnetise the hard drive, we'll need to use a degaussing tool to remove all magnetic fields.
- The demagnetise function in the software deletes all data on the magnetic storage device.
- It's essential to demagnetise the disk before disposing of it to prevent data breaches.
- After demagnetising the storage device, it was completely blank and ready for reuse.
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Meaning 2
Make nonmagnetic; take away the magnetic properties (of); "demagnetize the iron shavings"; "they degaussed the ship".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- Magnetic residue on the blade can interfere with other electronics, so it's essential to demagnetise it after use.
- The mechanic determined that the faulty compass needed to demagnetise before recalibration.
- They demagnetise the metal objects in the vicinity to avoid interference with the measuring equipment.
- Heat can demagnetise ferromagnetic materials, including those used in magnetic storage devices.
- Regular maintenance involves demagnetise and then recalibrating the sensors to ensure precise readings.