Trance (noun)

A state of mind characterized by heightened focus and reduced awareness of the external world, often associated with meditation, hypnosis, or spiritual experiences.

Origin:

The word trance comes from the late middle english word "transe" from old french "transe" and latin "transire" meaning to pass across or beyond, it is a state of mind characterized by heightened focus and reduced awareness of the external world.

Examples:

1. The hypnotist put the subject into a trance to plant a suggestion in their mind.
2. The dancers were in a trance-like state, moving to the beat of the music.
3. The spiritual leader's chanting put the followers into a trance state.
4. The patient experienced a trance-like state after the administration of anesthesia during surgery.
5. The use of certain psychoactive drugs can induce a trance state.