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noun
The subversion of a person’s control of his or her mind (thinking, behavior, emotions or decisions), especially by means of psychological tactics.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
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verb
To control someone using such a process.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: transitive
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