manus
Anatomy, Zoology. the distal segment of the forelimb of a vertebrate, including the carpus and the forefoot or hand.
Roman Law. power over persons, as that of the husband over the wife.
Origin of manus
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Other definitions for Manus (2 of 2)
a member of a people living on the island of Manus, in the Admiralty Islands.
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British Dictionary definitions for manus
/ (ˈmeɪnəs) /
anatomy the wrist and hand
the corresponding part in other vertebrates
Roman law the authority of a husband over his wife
English law (formerly) an oath or the person taking an oath
Origin of manus
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