GASLIGHTING

Etymology 1

Noun

gaslighting (uncountable)

gerund of gaslight: the act of manipulating someone psychologically such that they question their own memory, perception, and sanity, thereby evoking in them cognitive dissonance and low self-esteem.

Etymology 2

Verb

gaslighting

present participle of gaslight

Source: Wiktionary


GASLIGHT

Gas"light`, n.

1. The light yielded by the combustion of illuminating gas.

2. A gas jet or burner.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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