mane
UK: meɪn | US: meɪn
n. the long, thick hair growing from the neck or head of certain animals, especially horses or lions
n. (humorous or poetic) a person's long or thick hair
The word "mane" traces back to Old English manu, derived from Proto-Germanic manō, meaning "neck hair" or "mane." It shares roots with Old High German mana and Old Norse mǫn, all referring to the long hair of animals. The term has remained remarkably consistent in form and meaning, reflecting its ancient Germanic heritage. Its vivid imagery—evoking the flowing hair of lions or horses—has endured unchanged in modern usage.
The lion shook its golden mane as it roared.
Her thick, dark mane cascaded down her back.
The horse's mane was braided for the competition.
He joked about his unruly morning mane after waking up.
In the wind, the stallion's mane streamed like a banner.