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magnetic north
noun
: the direction or area to the north toward which the needle of a compass points
Full Definition of MAGNETIC NORTH
: the northerly direction in the earth's magnetic field indicated by the north-seeking pole of a compass needle
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First Known Use of MAGNETIC NORTH
1812
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