maner

Middle English

/manˈɛːr/, /manˈɛːr(ə)/

noun
Definitions
  • A manorial estate or property; a manor.
  • A mansion; the house on such an estate.
  • (figurative) Any dwelling or abode.

Etymology

Borrowed from Old French manoir derived from Latin manēre (stay).

Origin

Latin

manēre

Gloss

stay

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