manipulate

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Pronunciation 1.2 Verb 1.2.1 Related terms 1.2.2 Translations

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[edit] Pronunciation

• IPA: /məˈnɪpjʊleɪt/, SAMPA: /m@"nIpjUleIt/
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to manipulate (third-person singular simple present manipulates, present participle manipulating, simple past and past participle manipulated)

1. (transitive) To move, arrange or operate something using the hands
2. (transitive) To influence, manage, direct, control or tamper with something to one’s own advantage
3. (transitive) (medicine) To handle and move a body part, either as an examination or for a therapeutic purpose

[edit] Related terms

• manipulandum n
• manipulation n

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