manners

British  

/ ˈmænəz /

plural noun

1. social conduct

   he has the manners of a pig

2. a socially acceptable way of behaving

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Explanation

Manners are the proper or polite way to behave in public. If you take the chewing gum out of your mouth and stick it behind your ear before a meal, you need to work on your manners. You can also call manners "etiquette." It shows good manners when you hold doors open for other people, say "please" and "thank you," and refrain from burping in public. Manners vary between different cultures: you're displaying good manners if you slurp your noodles in Japan, though it's bad manners in the U.S. And in some Middle Eastern countries, burping after a meal is actually a sign of excellent manners.

Example Sentences

It seemed white and wholesome, but I was unable to taste it even for manner's sake.

From Travels in Alaska by Muir, John

Mrs. S. There is something the matter with Samuel, his manner’s so strange this morning!

From Three Hats A Farcical Comedy in Three Acts by Shirley, Arthur

Not that I’ve ever heard you say anything like that, but your manner’s been ... well, anyway, you’re too big a man for that, Henry.

From Rope by Hall, Holworthy

When he speaks to you, it’s very hard to disbelieve him; his manner’s convincing.”

From Prescott of Saskatchewan by Dunton, W. Herbert

“Yes,” said I, ready to follow up this lead, “his manner’s against him, perhaps, but he’s a very good fellow at bottom.”

From My Friend Smith A Story of School and City Life by Reed, Talbot Baines