Demagnetize

De`mag´net`ize

v. t.	1.	To deprive of magnetic properties; to render nonmagnetic. See Magnetize. If the bar be rapidly magnetized and demagnetized. - Am. Cyc.
	2.	To free from mesmeric influence; to demesmerize.

Verb	1.	demagnetize - erase (a magnetic storage device) Synonyms: demagnetise
	2.	demagnetize - make nonmagnetic; take away the magnetic properties (of); "demagnetize the iron shavings"; "they degaussed the ship" Synonyms: degauss, demagnetise Antonyms: magnetize, magnetise - make magnetic; "The strong magnet magnetized the iron shavings"