An Encyclopedia of Claims, Frauds, and Hoaxes of the Occult and Supernatural

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extrasensory perception (ESP) A term invented by Dr. J.B. Rhine and used by him to refer to supposed abilities such as telepathy, which involves being able to tell the thoughts of another person without the use of the recognized senses. Clairaudience, clairvoyance, and precognition (all of which see) also fall under this term.
      See also parapsychology.

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