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Mani

American  
[mah-nee] / ˈmɑ ni /

noun

  1. another name for Manes.

Mani British  
/ ˈmɑːnɪ /

noun

  1. Also: Manes.   Manichaeus.  ?216–?276 ad , Persian prophet who founded Manichaeism

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“Let’s be honest, it’s not that inconvenient,” said Mani Abitbol, a 37-year-old electrical engineer who stays in a tent with his girlfriend and his dog.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

Fra’ Mani sits firmly in the latter category.

From Salon • Dec. 4, 2025

Fra’ Mani Salami Trio – There’s salami for quick sandwiches, and then there’s salami you linger over.

From Salon • Dec. 4, 2025

Liam Gallagher of Oasis wrote, “In total shock and absolutely devastated on hearing the news about Mani my hero.”

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025

When he described visiting the Mani, his voice became even mellower than usual, and his eyes glistened.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides

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