Associations to the word «Magneto»

Wiktionary

MAGNETO, noun. A small magnetic dynamo, especially one that provides power to the spark plugs of a small internal combustion engine. [from 19th c.]

Dictionary definition

MAGNETO, noun. A small dynamo with a secondary winding that produces a high voltage enabling a spark to jump between the poles of a spark plug in a gasoline engine.

Wise words

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