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mes·mer·ism
 mesmerism
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- pronunciation:
- mez
m
rih
zm
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noun |
| definition: |
the theories and practices of Franz Mesmer, esp. those involving hypnotism and magnetic attraction of living beings.
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magic |
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| derivations: |
mesmeric (adj.), mesmerist (n.) |
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