magnetic levitation

/mægˌnɛdɪk ˈlɛvəˌteɪʃən/
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Definitions of magnetic levitation
  1. noun
    high-speed rail technology; train is suspended on a magnetic cushion above a magnetized track and so travels free of friction
    synonyms: maglev
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    type of:
    rail technology, railroading
    the activity of designing and constructing and operating railroads
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