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manifold

/ˈmænɪˌfəʊld/ /ˈmænɪˌfoʊld/

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noun

A copy made by the manifold writing process.

Examples :

"The teacher used a manifold to make multiple copies of the student assignment. "

stationery writing process

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A pipe fitting or similar device that connects multiple inputs or outputs.

Examples :

"The plumbing repairman used a manifold to connect the three water hoses to the single faucet. "

part device technical machine structure

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(chiefly in the plural) The third stomach of a ruminant animal, an omasum.

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"The cow's manifold, or third stomach, is crucial for digesting tough plant material. "

anatomy organ animal food biology

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noun

A topological space that looks locally like the "ordinary" Euclidean space \mathbb{R}^n and is Hausdorff.

Examples :

"The mathematician studied the manifold of possible outcomes for the upcoming election. "

math space theory

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A polygon mesh representing the continuous, closed surface of a solid object

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"The 3D model of the building's roof showed a manifold, a complex network of surfaces representing the entire roof shape. "

technology computing math

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adjective

Various in kind or quality; diverse.

Examples :

"The manifold meanings of the simple English word set are infamous among dictionary makers."

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adjective

Many in number, numerous; multiple, multiplied.

Examples :

"The school had a manifold number of extracurricular activities, offering students many choices. "

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adjective

Examples :

"The schedule for the school play was incredibly manifold, with rehearsals, costume fittings, and publicity all needing coordination. "

aspect quality condition

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adjective

Exhibited at diverse times or in various ways.

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"My grandmother's kindness was manifold; she showed it in small acts of generosity throughout the day. "

aspect way quality type

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adverb

Many times; repeatedly.

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"Because he was so late, he apologized manifold for missing the meeting. "

frequency number

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verb

To make manifold; multiply.

Examples :

"The teacher's explanation manifold the students' understanding of the complex concept. "

number amount business economy

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To multiply or reproduce impressions of by a single operation.

Examples :

"The printing press can manifold copies of the newspaper in just a few hours. "

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