altered state of consciousness


noun
  1. 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 of altered state of consciousness

1
First recorded in 1970–75

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