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solenoid

The correct spelling is solenoid.

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noun

Say it like: Sol-eno-yd

The correct spelling is solenoid. A coil of wire that acts as a magnet when an electric current flows through it.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A coil of wire that acts as a magnet when an electric current flows through it.
  2. 2.A mechanical switch consisting of such a coil containing a metal core, the movement of which is controlled by the current.

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