manner

man-ner · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A way in which something is done or happens.

  2. 2.

    A person's style of behavior or bearing.

  3. 3.

    **(manners)** Social behavior; etiquette.

  4. 4.

    **(manners)** Social customs or rules of conduct.

  5. 5.

    A kind or sort (formal or literary).

Forms

plural: manners

Phrases & expressions

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    in a manner of speaking — In some sense; as it were.
  • •
    all manner of — All kinds of.
  • •
    to the manner born — Naturally suited to something.
  • •
    in no manner — Not at all.
  • •
    bad manners — Impolite behavior.
  • •
    mind one's manners — Be polite.
  • •
    bedside manner — A doctor's approach to patients.

Related words

See also: behavior, custom, etiquette, style, way
Synonyms: fashion, mode, style, way

Etymology

From Old French maniere ("manner, way"), from Vulgar Latin manuaria ("way of handling"), from Latin manus ("hand"). Related to "manual" and "manipulate."