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solenoid

/ˈsoʊliɔɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does solenoid mean?

noun

A coil of wire that, when an electric current is passed through it, becomes magnetized and can move or attract other objects. A solenoid is often used as a component in electrical and mechanical systems.

Example

"The engineer used a solenoid to control the movement of the robotic arm."

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