solenoid
noun/ˈsoʊləˌnɔɪd/
Frequency rank: #17,491 most common English word
Meaning
A coil of wire that acts as a magnet when electric current passes through it, often used to control mechanical movement.
Example sentence
The engineer replaced the faulty solenoid to restore power to the engine's starter motor.
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