manes

Meanings

• noun

  The manes are the long hairs that grow on the necks of certain animals, such as horses and lions.

  - "The horse's mane flowed in the wind as it galloped across the plain."
  - "The lion's mane was a distinctive feature that made it easy to identify from other big cats."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈmɑːneɪz/
   
   
   
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2. /meɪnz/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with manes
chains , rains , plains

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Variants

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manes , mane , maned

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Etymology

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Old English mān, mānes, māna; related to mōna 'moon'. The term may have originated due to the moon-like appearance of the hair on some animals.

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Trivia

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1. The manes of some animals, such as lions and tigers, are actually made up of two types of hair: guard hairs and underhairs. The guard hairs are longer and protect the underhairs from damage.

2. In some cultures, it was believed that cutting a horse's mane would weaken the animal. This belief may have arisen due to the important role the mane plays in the horse's balance and communication.

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Related Concepts

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1. Mane (haircut): A hairstyle for men characterized by long hair on the top of the head and short hair on the sides and back.

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Culture

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In many cultures, the manes of animals have been considered symbols of power, strength, and grace. For example, in ancient Egypt, the pharaohs were often depicted wearing false manes to symbolize their divine authority.

How to Memorize "manes"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a horse or lion with a flowing mane. Imagine the texture and movement of the hairs.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'manes' with animals that have long hair on their necks, such as horses, lions, and zebras.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'My Horse And Neigh Say' to remember the word 'manes'. Each letter of the acronym corresponds to the first letter of the words in the definition.

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