Definitions

1. verb

to reduce the magnetic field of a device, especially a magnet or a magnetic storage medium, to zero by applying a magnetic field of the same polarity and strength.

“The technician degaussed the hard drive to prevent data loss.”

2. noun

the process or act of degaussing.

“Degaussing the device was necessary to prevent interference with other electronic equipment.”

3. noun

a device that degausses a magnetic storage medium or a magnet.

“The degaussing machine is used to demagnetize hard drives before recycling them.”