1. people who control or influence others in a clever or unfair way to get what they want
2. mechanical devices or tools used to handle, move, or control objects
Usage: technical

Examples

• The therapist helped her recognize the manipulators in her life.
• Skilled manipulators often use guilt to control their victims.
• She learned to avoid emotional manipulators who took advantage of her kindness.
• The factory uses robotic manipulators to assemble car parts.
• Remote manipulators allow scientists to handle dangerous materials safely.
• The surgical manipulators gave the doctor precise control during the operation.