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manse

Manse (noun) means a house inhabited by the minister of a parish.

noun
1
A house inhabited by the minister of a parish.
2
A family dwelling, an owner-occupied house.
3
A large house, a mansion.
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Etymology

From Medieval Latin mānsus (“dwelling”), from Latin manēre (“to remain”), whence also manor, mansion. Doublet of mas.

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What is the meaning of manse?

"manse" (noun) means a house inhabited by the minister of a parish.

What are the different meanings of manse?

"manse" has 3 main meanings: 1. A house inhabited by the minister of a parish; 2. A family dwelling, an owner-occupied house; 3. A large house, a mansion.

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