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manus
1[mey-nuhs]
noun
plural
manusAnatomy, Zoology.the distal segment of the forelimb of a vertebrate, including the carpus and the forefoot or hand.
Roman Law.power over persons, as that of the husband over the wife.
Manus
2[mah-noos]
noun
plural
Manusa member of a people living on the island of Manus, in the Admiralty Islands.
manus
/ ˈɪə /
noun
anatomy the wrist and hand
the corresponding part in other vertebrates
Roman law the authority of a husband over his wife
English law (formerly) an oath or the person taking an oath
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of manus1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of manus1
Example Sentences
“In manus tuas, Domine!” he said, crossing himself as he passed over the threshold.
The upshot, the researchers write, is that they “show shades of pentadactyly within the Equus manus.”
For us, Posen’s creation strikes the perfect balance of fashion and technology, “manus” and “machine.”
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."
The show, “manus x machina: fashion in an age of technology,” will be on view from May 5 through August 14.
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