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mes·mer·ism \ˈmezməˌrizəm, -esm-\ noun (-s) Etymology: F. A. Mesmer died 1815 Austrian physician + English -ism 1. : hypnotic induction by Mesmer's method believed to involve animal magnetism; broadly : hypnotism 2. a. : a state induced by hypnotic induction especially by Mesmer's method b. : hypnotic appeal : intense fascination |