de·gauss

(dē-gous′)

tr.v. de·gaussed, de·gauss·ing, de·gauss·es

1. To neutralize the magnetic field of (a ship, for example).

2. To erase information from (a magnetic disk or other storage device).

de·gauss′er n.

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degaussing

The process whereby a ship's magnetic field is reduced by the use of electromagnetic coils, permanent magnets, or other means.

Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. US Department of Defense 2005.

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degaussing - the process of making a (steel) ship's hull nonmagnetic by producing an opposing magnetic field

demagnetisation, demagnetization - the process of removing magnetization

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