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lodestone Definition

lode·stone (-stōn′)

noun

  1. any strongly magnetized rock, esp. one containing magnetite
  2. something that attracts as with magnetic force

Etymology: lode + stone

lodestone Synonyms

lodestone

n.

magnetic ore, magnetic stone, loadstone, magnetite; see magnet.

lodestone Usage Examples

Converse of object

use: Archimedes ( 287-212 BC Greece ) is reputed to have used powerful lodestones to pull the nails out of enemy ships thus sinking them.

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