: the progenitor of the human race and giver of the religious laws of Manu according to Hindu mythology

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With regulars Chris McVey and Paddy McNair both dinged up, coach Mikey Varas again went with a rookie center back duo of Ian Pilcher and Manu Duah for all but the final few minutes, when McNair, who returned to practice Wednesday, subbed in. SDFC nearly got a second goal in the final seconds. Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2025 The song, with its soft, danceable rhythms, was produced by Laferte and her musical director Manu Jalil. Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 25 July 2025 At the spring 2026 menswear shows back in June, hunks like Manu Rios and Benito Skinner wore their polos in peppy shades of pink (Rios) or black and sheer (Skinner). Christian Allaire, Vogue, 16 July 2025 Since first experiencing a heart attack more than 25 years ago, Orange County business owner Manu Shah has seen the evolution of cardiovascular healthcare firsthand. Emilie Takahashi, Oc Register, 14 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for Manu

Word History

Etymology

Sanskrit

First Known Use

1785, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Manu was in 1785

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“Manu.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Manu. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.

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