/ˈmænə/
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Translation
The way that someone does something or behaves.
Word origin
From Old French maniere, from Latin manus, a hand, so the way you handle something.
- Origin
- Old French
- Root
- maniere
- English cognates
- manual, manage
Grammar
Gender
Pluralmanners
Examples
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"In a friendly manner" means in a friendly way.
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"Manner" tells you how the work is done.
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"Manners" in the plural means polite behaviour.
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