What is another word for demagnetization?
Pronunciation: [dɪmˌaɡnɪta͡ɪzˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Demagnetization refers to the process of removing or reducing the magnetic properties of a material. There are various ways to express this phenomenon, such as demagnetisation, demag, or magnetic neutralization. Other synonyms include depolarization, degaussing, and demagnetizing. Depolarization refers to the reduction of a material's polarity, while degaussing is more commonly used to describe the process of eliminating magnetic fields from electronic equipment. Demagnetizing, on the other hand, is the act of removing or decreasing the magnetic charge of a certain object. Whatever term is used, all synonyms refer to the same basic concept of diminishing the magnetization or magnetic force of a given material.
