hypnotism

hypnotism definition - medical

hyp·no·tism (hĭpˈnə-tĭzˌəm)

noun
  1. The theory or practice of inducing hypnosis.
  2. The act of inducing hypnosis.

Related Forms:

  • hypˈno·tist noun

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