word
Manipulation
Muh-nih-pyuh-LAY-shuhn
/mʌˌnɪpjʌˈleɪʃʌn/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
manipulation
Dictionary meaning
The action of touching with the hands (or the skillful use of the hands) or by the use of mechanical means.
Examples
- The manipulation of the group was scandalous.
Synonyms: handling
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