hypnosis

English

Etymology

Derived from hypn(otic) +‎ -osis (“state”, “condition”, nominal derivational suffix).

Pronunciation
  • (General American) IPA(key): /hɪpˈnoʊsɪs/
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Noun

hypnosis (countable and uncountable, plural hypnoses)

  1. A trancelike state, artificially induced, in which a person has a heightened suggestibility, and in which suppressed memories may be experienced.
  2. Any of various sleep-like conditions.
  3. The art or skill of hypnotism.

Derived terms

Translations
art or skill of hypnotism — see hypnotism

See also

Further reading
  • hypnosis in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, G. & C. Merriam, 1913
  • hypnosis in The Century Dictionary, New York, N.Y.: The Century Co., 1911

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