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1. (physics) make magnetic
   "The strong magnet magnetized the iron shavings";
   - magnetise [Brit]
    
2. Maintain the complete attention of (someone), e.g. because they are fascinated
   "She magnetized the audience with her tricks";
   - mesmerize, mesmerise [Brit], magnetise [Brit], bewitch, spellbind, hypnotize, hypnotise [Brit]

Derived forms: magnetizes, magnetized, magnetizing

Type of: alter, change, charm, influence, modify, tempt

Antonym: demagnetise [Brit]

Encyclopedia: Magnetize