psychological operation

/ˌˈsaɪkəˌˈlɑdʒəkəl ˈɑpəˌreɪʃən/
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Other forms: psychological operations

Definitions of psychological operation
  1. noun
    military actions designed to influence the perceptions and attitudes of individuals, groups, and foreign governments
    synonyms: psyop
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    type of:
    military operation, operation
    activity by a military or naval force (as a maneuver or campaign)
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