svengali
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English [edit]
Etymology [edit]
Named from a character in George du Maurier's novel Trilby.
Pronunciation [edit]
Noun [edit]
svengali (plural svengalis)
- One who manipulates or controls another as by some mesmeric or sinister influence; especially a coach, mentor or industry mogul.
- 2005 October 15, in the Hamilton Spectator:
- She also offers a fascinating glimpse into a more innocent age before svengalis began colluding with marketing men and TV execs to promote talentless wannabes to overnight success.
- 2005 October 15, in the Hamilton Spectator:
