Manus (Noun)
Meaning
The (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb; "he had the hands of a surgeon"; "he extended his mitt".
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The skilled pianist's manus moved deftly over the keys, coaxing beautiful music from the instrument.
- After years of working with his hands, the carpenter's manus were rough and calloused.
- She extended her manus in greeting, and he shook it firmly.
- The doctor examined the patient's manus, searching for any signs of injury or disease.
- The baseball player's manus closed tightly around the bat, ready to swing at the next pitch.