magnetic flux n 1: a measure of the strength of a magnetic field over a given area 2: the lines of force surrounding a permanent magnet or a moving charged particle [syn: {magnetic field}, {magnetic flux}, {flux}]
magnetic field \magnetic field\ n. (Physics) The space around a magnet through which it exerts magnetic force; a field of force surrounding a permanent magnet, electrical current, or a moving charged particle; called also {magnetic flux} and {field of magnetic force}. [WordNet 1.5]
magnetic flux \magnetic flux\ n. 1. A measure of the strength of a magnetic field over a given area. [WordNet 1.5] 2. Same as {magnetic field}. [WordNet 1.5]