1. The process that makes a substance magnetic (temporarily or permanently)
   "The magnetisation of iron filings created intricate patterns around the magnet";
   - magnetization, magnetic induction
    
2. The extent or degree to which something is magnetized
   "The scientist measured the magnetisation of the iron sample";
   - magnetization
    
3. The physical property of being magnetic
   "The magnetisation of the iron filings revealed the magnetic field lines";
   - magnetization

Derived forms: magnetisations

Type of: action, activity, amount, measure, natural action, natural process, physical property, quantity

Encyclopedia: Magnetisation