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Meaning of 'manifold' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Manifold [ a.]
- Various in kind or quality; many in number; numerous; multiplied; complicated.
- Exhibited at divers times or in various ways; -- used to qualify nouns in the singular number.
2 . Manifold [ n.]
- A copy of a writing made by the manifold process.
- A cylindrical pipe fitting, having a number of lateral outlets, for connecting one pipe with several others.
- The third stomach of a ruminant animal.
3 . Manifold [ v. t.]
- To take copies of by the process of manifold writing; as, to manifold a letter.

Meaning of 'manifold' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . manifold [ n]
Meaning (1):
- a lightweight paper used with carbon paper to make multiple copies
Example in sentence:
  • an original and two manifolds
2 . manifold [ v]
Meaning (2):
- combine or increase by multiplication
Example in sentence:
  • He managed to multiply his profits
Meaning (3):
- make multiple copies of
Example in sentence:
  • multiply a letter
4 . manifold [ s]
Meaning (4):
- many and varied; having many features or forms
Example in sentence:
  • manifold intelligence;
  • manifold reasons;
  • our manifold failings;
  • the multiplex opportunities in high technology

Nearby Words:

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