manipulate
Pronunciation
[change]- IPA (key): /məˈnɪpjəˌleɪt/
Audio (US) (file) - Hyphenation: ma‧nip‧u‧late
Verb
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- (transitive) When you manipulate something, you operate or control it, usually with your hands.
- Humans have the ability to manipulate words, ideas, and tools.