Definitions

1. verb

to give or make something magnetic, or to induce magnetism in something

“The application of a strong magnetic field magnetised the metal object.”

2. verb

to attract or have a strong influence on something, especially a person

“Her charisma magnetised the audience and made them listen to her speech.”

3. noun

the process of making something magnetic, or the state of being magnetic

“The magnetisation of the metal took several hours.”