manus

/ˈmænəs/

Definitions

1. noun

The hand, especially in a figurative or poetic sense.

“The artist’s skillful manus brought the sculpture to life.”

2. noun

A hand or a part of the body, especially in anatomy or medical contexts.

“The surgeon carefully examined the patient’s manus to diagnose the injury.”

3. noun

A manuscript or a handwritten copy of a document.

“The rare manus of the ancient text was preserved in a museum.”

Synonyms

  • hand
  • paw

Antonyms

  • foot
  • leg