Manifold (Noun)
Meaning 1
A lightweight paper used with carbon paper to make multiple copies; "an original and two manifolds".
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- She made a list on an original sheet and several manifolds so she could send the order to different suppliers.
- Before copying the meeting notes, make sure you have an original sheet and two manifolds ready to use.
- I asked my secretary to create five sets of forms using the original document and multiple manifolds for our business conference.
- Because it was a carbonless form, only an original and one manifold were required to capture all the signatures needed.
- Make sure you set aside some space in your bag for extra originals and manifolds so we don't run out of paperwork.
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Meaning 2
A pipe that has several lateral outlets to or from other pipes.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 3
A set of points such as those of a closed surface or an analogue in three or more dimensions.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.