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manipulate

Pronunciation: /məˈnɪpjʊleɪt/
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Definition of manipulate

verb

[with object]
  • 1handle or control (a tool, mechanism, information, etc.) in a skilful manner:he manipulated the dials of the set
  • alter, edit, or move (text or data) on a computer: the pupils can manipulate the data or screen image
  • examine or treat (a part of the body) by feeling or moving it with the hand: this system of healing is based on manipulating the ligaments of the spine
  • 2control or influence (a person or situation) cleverly or unscrupulously:the masses were deceived and manipulated by a tiny group
  • alter or present (data) so as to mislead: nations may still be able to manipulate their own data

Derivatives

manipulability

Pronunciation: /-ləˈbɪlɪti/
noun

manipulable

Pronunciation: /-ləb(ə)l/
adjective

manipulatable

adjective

Origin:

early 19th century: back-formation from manipulation

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Definition of manipulate in the US English dictionary

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