'manipulation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'manipulus,' where 'manus' meant 'hand' and 'plere' meant 'to fill.'

'manipulus' transformed into the French word 'manipulation,' and eventually became the modern English word 'manipulation' through Middle English.

Initially, it meant 'handling or managing with skill,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'controlling or influencing cleverly.'