/mɑ̃k/ or /mɑ̃k/; French (in IPA); English: /mæŋk/ or /mæŋ/; English

Definitions

1. noun

a person who has been abandoned or rejected by society

“The homeless manque wandered the streets, searching for food and shelter.”

2. noun

a thing that is imperfect or unfinished

“The manque of the painting was evident in the sloppy brushstrokes.”

3. noun

a person who has failed to achieve their goals

“The young athlete was a manque, unable to win a single game all season.”