English word solenoid comes from English -oid, Ancient Greek σωλήν
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -oid | English (eng) | Of similar form to, but not the same as. Having the likeness of. Forms adjectives and nouns. |
| σωλήν | Ancient Greek (grc) | |
| solenoid | English (eng) | A coil of wire that acts as a magnet when an electric current flows through it. A mechanical switch consisting of such a coil containing a metal core, the movement of which is controlled by the current. |