"psionics" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Rhymes: -ɒnɪks Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} psionics (uncountable)
  1. (science fiction) Mental powers, especially those under conscious control, that affect physical matter, such as telekinesis. Wikipedia link: psionics Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Fictional abilities, Science fiction
    Sense id: en-psionics-en-noun-harK6rg2 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: literature, media, publishing, science-fiction

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