Meaning of the word polarity in English

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polarity

US /poʊˈler.ə.t̬i/
UK /poʊˈler.ə.t̬i/
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Noun

1.

the state of having two opposite or contradictory tendencies, opinions, or aspects

Example:
The debate highlighted the polarity between the two political parties.
There's a strong polarity between their views on the economy.
2.

the property of having poles or being polar

Example:
Magnets exhibit polarity, with a north and south pole.
The electrical current has a specific polarity.
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