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manifold

|man-i-fold|

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/ˈmænɪˌfoʊld/

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/ˈmænɪfəʊld/

many and varied

Etymology

Etymology Information

'manifold' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'manigfeald', where 'manig' meant 'many' and 'feald' meant 'fold'.

Historical Evolution

'manigfeald' changed from Old English to the modern English word 'manifold'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'many folds or layers', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'many and varied'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a pipe or chamber branching into several openings.

The car's exhaust manifold was leaking.

Synonyms

Adjective 1

many and varied; having many features or forms.

The problems were manifold and complex.

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Last updated: 2025/03/20 10:22