First Known Use: before 12th century
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mane
noun \ˈmān\
: long, thick hair growing from the neck of a horse or around the neck of a lion
: long, thick hair on a person's head
Full Definition of MANE
1
: long and heavy hair growing about the neck and head of some mammals (as horses and lions)
2
: long heavy hair on a person's head
— maned \ˈmānd\ adjective
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Origin of MANE
Middle English, from Old English manu; akin to Old High German mana mane, Latin monile necklace
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mane
noun \ˈmān\
Definition of MANE for Kids
: long heavy hair growing about the neck and head of some animals (as a horse or lion)
— maned \ˈmānd\ adjective
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