selfdemagnetizing
Syllables
self-de-mag-net-iz-ing
Pronunciation
/self dɪˈmæɡnɪtaɪzɪŋ/
Stress
100110
Morphemes
self + magnet + de-ize-ing
The word 'self-demagnetizing' is divided into six syllables: self-de-mag-net-iz-ing. It consists of the prefix 'self-', the root 'magnet-', and the suffixes '-de-', '-ize-', and '-ing'. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('iz'). The syllabification follows standard English vowel-consonant and closed syllable rules.
Definitions
- 1
The process of losing magnetic properties; becoming demagnetized by its own internal effects.
“The material underwent self-demagnetizing after prolonged exposure to heat.”
- 1
Having the property of losing magnetism.
“A self-demagnetizing tape head prevents unwanted recording.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress on the fourth syllable ('iz'), secondary stress on the first syllable ('self').
Syllables
self — Open syllable, initial syllable.. de — Open syllable, unstressed.. mag — Closed syllable, contains a short vowel.. net — Closed syllable, contains a short vowel.. iz — Closed syllable, suffix-related.. ing — Closed syllable, progressive suffix.
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