"psyker" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /ˈsaɪkɚ/ Forms: psykers [plural]
Rhymes: -aɪkə(ɹ) Etymology: Derived from psychic. Head templates: {{en-noun}} psyker (plural psykers)
  1. (science fiction) a person who uses psychic powers.
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