manipulator

[ muh-nip-yuh-ley-ter ]

noun

1. a person who manipulates.
2. a mechanical device for the remote handling of objects or materials in conditions not permitting the immediate presence of workers.

Word History and Origins

Origin of manipulator¹

First recorded in 1850–55; manipulate + -or ²

Example Sentences

What's left of this version of Harley is a shell of a master manipulator who only exists to make us feel bad for poor Arthur.

From Salon

Instead, Lee becomes the manipulator.

From Salon

This version of Harley is a shell of a master manipulator who only exists to make us feel bad for poor Arthur.

From Salon

Speaking after the sentencing, Det Supt Rob Kirby said McCullough was "an intelligent and adept manipulator".

From BBC

On the other hand, Trump, the political cult leader and master manipulator, is continuing to love-bomb his followers.

From Salon

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