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Definition of manger

manger

/ˈmeɪn.dʒər/
man · ger
Plural:mangers
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• noun

1

A long, open box or trough in a stable or barn used to hold hay or feed for livestock.

Example

"The farmer filled the wooden manger with fresh hay before bringing the horses inside for the night."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While technically a general agricultural term, 'manger' is predominantly encountered in modern English within the context of the biblical Nativity story; in standard farming contexts, 'trough' is more commonly used.

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• Nearby Words

manettia
mangaba
manganese
manger
mangetout
mango
mangosteen

Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English 'manger', borrowed from Old French 'mangeoire', derived from 'mangier' (to eat), which ultimately traces back to the Latin 'manducare' (to chew).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Manger. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/manger
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