Meaning & Definition of word "Manner"
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Manner
/ˈmænər/
noun:
- 1. A way in which a thing is done or happens.
- Example: She spoke in a calm manner during the interview.
- 2. A particular mode of behaving.
- Example: His manner was friendly and approachable.
- 3. A style or method of doing something.
- Example: The artist created her paintings in a unique manner.
- 4. Social behavior; etiquette.
- Example: He demonstrated good manners by saying 'please' and 'thank you'.
- 5. A kind; sort.
- Example: This is not the manner of events I expected.
Etymology
From Middle English, from Old French 'manière', from Latin 'manuaria', related to 'manus' meaning hand.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in a manner of speaking:
a way of speaking that indicates a partial truth
manners make the man:
refers to the importance of manners in a person's character
a man of many mannerisms:
someone who has distinctive behavioral traits
Related Words
mannerism:
a distinctive or peculiar manner of doing something
manners:
social behaviors that show polite conduct
manipulate:
to handle something skillfully or to control in a clever way
Slang Meanings of manner
Meaning: style or way of doing something, often in a flashy or impressive way
Example Sentence: He's got a real flair for fashion; he has his own manner.
Meaning: behavior that may seem exaggerated or put-on
Example Sentence: Her manner is a bit over the top sometimes.