coercimeter: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Extremely Rare / Technical TermHighly Technical / Scientific
Quick answer
What does “coercimeter” mean?
An instrument for measuring coercivity.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
An instrument for measuring coercivity; a device used in materials science to determine the magnetic field strength required to demagnetize a ferromagnetic material.
A specialized device for measuring magnetic properties, particularly the resistance of a material to becoming demagnetized.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No major differences. The term is domain-specific to physics and engineering with no geographical variation in meaning or usage.
Connotations
Purely technical, neutral. No cultural or regional connotations.
Frequency
Equally rare in both varieties, confined to academic papers, technical manuals, and specialized industry contexts.
Grammar
How to Use “coercimeter” in a Sentence
The coercimeter measures coercivity.The technician used a coercimeter to test the sample.The coercivity was determined using a coercimeter.Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “coercimeter” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- The sample needs to be coercimetered. (Non-standard, highly unlikely)
American English
- N/A
adverb
British English
- N/A
American English
- N/A
adjective
British English
- N/A
American English
- N/A
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Virtually never used. Might appear in procurement specifications for research laboratories.
Academic
Used in physics, materials science, and engineering research papers on magnetism.
Everyday
Never used in everyday conversation.
Technical
The primary context. Used in laboratory settings, quality control for magnetic materials (e.g., hard drives, electric motors), and R&D documentation.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “coercimeter”
Strong
Neutral
Weak
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “coercimeter”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “coercimeter”
- Mispronouncing it as 'co-erce-i-meter' (correct stress is on the 'si').
- Using it as a verb (e.g., 'to coercimeter').
- Spelling it as 'coresimeter'.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is an extremely rare, highly technical term used only in specific scientific and engineering fields related to magnetism.
No. It would be confusing and inappropriate. In non-technical contexts, describe it as 'a device for measuring magnetic strength'.
Primarily materials science, condensed matter physics, electrical engineering (specifically magnetics), and geology (studying rock magnetism).
In British English: /ˌkəʊɜːˈsɪmɪtə/ (koh-er-SIM-i-tuh). In American English: /ˌkoʊərˈsɪmɪtər/ (koh-uhr-SIM-i-ter). The stress is on the third syllable.
An instrument for measuring coercivity.
Coercimeter is usually highly technical / scientific in register.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “N/A”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: A meter that measures COERCIvity. The 'COERCE' part reminds you it measures the force needed to coerce a material's magnetism to change.
Conceptual Metaphor
N/A. It is a literal instrument.
Practice
Quiz
What is a coercimeter primarily used to measure?