manner

English

/ˈmænə/, /ˈmænɚ/

noun
Definitions
  • Mode of action; way of performing or doing anything
  • Characteristic mode of acting or behaving; bearing
  • One's customary method of acting; habit.
  • good, polite behaviour
  • The style of writing or thought of an author; the characteristic peculiarity of an artist.
  • A certain degree or measure.
  • Sort; kind; style.
  • Standards of conduct cultured and product of mind.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English maner (manner, characteristics, manor) derived from manere derived from Old French maniere derived from Latin *manāria, manuarius (belonging to the hand).

Origin

Latin

manuarius

Gloss

belonging to the hand

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