manus

¹

[ mey-nuhs ]

noun

, plural ma·nus.

1. Anatomy, Zoology. the distal segment of the forelimb of a vertebrate, including the carpus and the forefoot or hand.
2. Roman Law. power over persons, as that of the husband over the wife.

Manus

²

[ mah-noos ]

noun

, plural Ma·nus.

1. a member of a people living on the island of Manus, in the Admiralty Islands.

manus

/ ˈmeɪnəs /

noun

1. anatomy the wrist and hand
2. the corresponding part in other vertebrates
3. Roman law the authority of a husband over his wife
4. English law (formerly) an oath or the person taking an oath

Word History and Origins

Origin of manus¹

1510–20; < Latin: hand

Word History and Origins

Origin of manus¹

C19: Latin: hand

Example Sentences

“In manus tuas, Domine!” he said, crossing himself as he passed over the threshold.

From Literature

The upshot, the researchers write, is that they “show shades of pentadactyly within the Equus manus.”

From Scientific American

For us, Posen’s creation strikes the perfect balance of fashion and technology, “manus” and “machine.”

From Los Angeles Times

The exhibition, which often influences the fashions worn by the rich and famous who attend the gala, is titled, "manus x machina: fashion in an age of technology."

From US News

The show, “manus x machina: fashion in an age of technology,” will be on view from May 5 through August 14.

From New York Times

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