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telekinesis

Pronunciation: /ˌtɛlɪkʌɪˈniːsɪs, -kɪˈniːsɪs/

Definition of telekinesis

noun

[mass noun]
  • the supposed ability to move objects at a distance by mental power or other non-physical means: she possesses the power of telekinesis

Derivatives

telekinetic

Pronunciation: /-ˈnɛtɪk/

adjective

Origin:

late 19th century: from tele- 'at a distance' + Greek kinēsis 'motion' (from kinein 'to move')

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