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manche
1[ mahnch ]
noun
- a conventional representation of a sleeve with a flaring end, used as a charge.
Manche
2[ mahnsh ]
noun
- a department in NW France. 2,476 sq. mi. (6,413 sq. km). : Saint-Lô.
Manche
/ mɑ̃ʃ /
noun
- a department of NW France, in Basse-Normandie region. Capital: St-Lô. Pop: 484 967 (2003 est). Area: 6412 sq km (2501 sq miles)
- See English ChannelLa MancheLa Manche the French name for the English Channel
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Word History and Origins
Origin of manche1
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Example Sentences
Houdin entitles the device above referred to—'La boite la manche;' and his description is to the following effect.
He had left his native place, Ville-Avary, in the department of la Manche, because there was no work to be had.
If many royalists remained in the Orne and the Manche, it was impossible to group them or pay them.
Manche is one of the foremost departments for the production of cider-apples and pears; plums and figs are also largely grown.
Perrée, the late editor and manager of the journal, who died at the early age of 34, was member for the Manche.
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