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hypnotism

/hɪpˈnɒtɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does hypnotism mean?

noun

The practice of inducing a state of hypnosis in a person, often for therapeutic purposes. A form of mind control or persuasion.

Example

"The stage magician used hypnotism to make the volunteer believe she was a chicken."

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