psy·cho·ki·ne·sis (s  k -k -n  ss, -k-)n. pl. psy·cho·ki·ne·ses (-s z) Abbr. PK1. An uncontrolled, maniacal outburst, resulting from defective inhibition. 2. The production or control of motion, especially in inanimate and remote objects, purportedly by the exercise of psychic powers. psy cho·ki·netic (-k-n tk, -k-) adj. |
psychokinesis (PK)
[sī′kōkinē′sis, -kīnē′sis]
Etymology: Gk, psyche + kinesis, motion
the alleged direct influence of the mind or will on matter to produce motion in objects without the intervention of the physical senses or a physical force.
psychokinesis [si″ko-kĭ-ne´sis]
the postulated production or alteration of motion by directed thought processes.
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