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Definition of manucode

manucode

/ˈmæn.jʊˌkoʊd/
man · u · code
Plural:manucodes
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manucode Lexical Profile

manucode Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Any of several crow-like birds of paradise in the genus Manucodia or Phonygammus, native to the lowland forests of New Guinea and nearby islands, distinguished by their glossy, iridescent black or purplish plumage and unique, resonant vocalizations.

Example

"During the expedition in New Guinea, the ornithologist recorded the deep, musical call of a male manucode echoing through the dense canopy."

• Nearby Words

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manual
manually
manucode
manufacture
manufacturer
manufacturing

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Modern Latin 'manucodiata', which itself traces back to the Malay phrase 'manuk dewata', literally meaning 'bird of the gods'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Manucode. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/manucode
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