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altered state of consciousness - 2 dictionary results

altered state of consciousness

–noun
any modification of the normal state of consciousness or awareness, including drowsiness or sleep and also states created by the use of alcohol, drugs, hypnosis, or techniques of meditation.

Origin:
1970–75

Main Entry: altered state of consciousness
Function: noun
: any of various states of awareness (as dreaming sleep, a drug-induced hallucinogenic state, or a trance) thatdeviate from and are usually clearly demarcated from ordinary waking consciousness
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