manner — a way in which something is done or happens
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a way in which something is done or happens
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmænər/
Example Sentences
- His manner of eating pizza with chopsticks confused the Italian waiter.
- She has excellent manners and always says 'please' and 'thank you'.
- The professor explained the complex theory in a simple manner.
manner
NOUN[/ˈmænər/]
a way in which something is done or happens
His rude manner changes the whole atmosphere.
A confident manner helps the planner lead under the banner.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old French 'maniere', which came from Latin 'manuarius' (related to the hand). The original sense referred to movements or actions of the hand, which evolved to mean 'way of doing' or 'bearing/deportment'.
Breakdown
manu- (hand, from Latin manus) + -arius (relating to, connected with), originally describing hand-based action or gesture, later generalized to mean 'manner' or 'mode of conduct'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His manner of eating pizza with chopsticks confused the Italian waiter.”
“She has excellent manners and always says 'please' and 'thank you'.”
“The professor explained the complex theory in a simple manner.”
“My cat has developed the peculiar manner of opening doors with its paws.”
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