What is the meaning of manipulation?

noun

  • Exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage.
    • usage: "his manipulation of his friends was scandalous"
  • The action of touching with the hands (or the skillful use of the hands) or by the use of mechanical means.
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