Chapter XVII

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used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

(followed by “to”) in agreement with or accordant with

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

plural of “affect” — the conscious subjective aspect of feeling or emotion

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

past form of “annex” — take (territory) as if by conquest

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

recognize with gratitude; be grateful for

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

third-person singular of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

at or to a lower level than something

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

the act of causing something to happen

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

fully understood or grasped

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

a state at a particular time

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

act of transferring property title from one person to another

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

a ductile malleable reddish-brown corrosion-resistant diamagnetic metallic element; occurs in various minerals but is the only metal that occurs abundantly in large masses; used as an electrical and thermal conductor

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

a flow of electricity through a conductor

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

represented in words especially with sharpness and detail

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

plural of “diagram” — a drawing intended to explain how something works; a drawing showing the relation between the parts

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

an effort that is inconvenient

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

a line leading to a place or point

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

a physical phenomenon associated with stationary or moving electrons and protons

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

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From this reading ELECTRO-MAGNETIC MACHINES.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

provided or supplied or equipped with (especially as by inheritance or nature)

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

plural of “experiment” — the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

past form of “explain” — make plain and comprehensible

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

plural of “fig” — a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading (Figs.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

artwork that helps make something clear or attractive

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

impossible or nearly impossible to see; imperceptible by the eye

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

plural of “machine” — any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks

From this reading ELECTRO-MAGNETIC MACHINES.

of or relating to or caused by magnetism

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

having the properties of a magnet; i.e. of attracting iron or steel

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

strongly marked; easily noticeable

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

containing or made of or resembling or characteristic of a metal

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

the leaf of a conifer

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

plural of “phenomenon” — any state or process known through the senses rather than by intuition or reasoning

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

-ing form of “produce” — bring forth or yield

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

inflected form of “refer” — make reference to

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

precisely, exactly

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

an alloy of iron with small amounts of carbon; widely used in construction; mechanical properties can be varied over a wide range

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

(of undissolved particles in a fluid) supported or kept from sinking or falling by buoyancy and without apparent attachment

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.

precisely as stated

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

an old and formal word for “while”

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It has already been explained that a copper or other metallic wire conveying a current of electricity becomes for the time endowed with a magnetic power, and if held above, or below, or close to, a suspended magnetized steel needle, affects it in a very marked degree, causing it to move to the right or left, according to the _direction_ of the electric current; and in order to form some notion of the condition of a metallic wire whilst the electricity is passing through it, the annexed diagrams may be referred to.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading The experiments already described in illustration of some of the phenomena of electro-magnetism are of such a simple nature that they may be comprehended without difficulty; but it is not such an easy task to appreciate the curious fact of an invisible power producing motion.