manner

UK: ˈmænə | US: ˈmænər

Definition

  1. n. a way of doing or behaving

  2. n. social behavior or etiquette

  3. n. a kind or sort (archaic)

Structure
man <hand>er <noun suffix>
Etymology

manner = man<hand> + er<noun suffix>

  • man (from Old French maniere, ultimately from Latin manus "hand") originally referred to how something was handled or done.
  • er is a noun-forming suffix indicating "related to" or "way of."

Etymology Origin:
The word manner traces back to Latin manus (hand), reflecting the idea of "handling" or "method of doing." Over time, it broadened from literal actions (e.g., handling objects) to abstract behavior (e.g., social conduct). The shift highlights how physical actions metaphorically extended to social customs.

Examples

  1. She has a polite manner when speaking to elders.

  2. The artist painted in a unique manner.

  3. It’s bad manners to interrupt someone.

  4. He arranged the books in an orderly manner.

  5. The problem was resolved in a timely manner.