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manu Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A bird; also used to refer to a traditional Māori kite shaped like a bird.
Usage Example
"We watched the bird soar above the forest canopy before disappearing into the dense native bush."
Strongest
bird
Weak
kite
• noun (Context 2)
In Hindu mythology, the title of the archetypal first man, the progenitor of humanity, and the traditional author of the Manusmriti (Laws of Manu).
Usage Example
"According to Hindu tradition, each cosmic cycle is ruled by a different progenitor who serves as the lawgiver and progenitor of mankind."
Strong
progenitor
Weak
forefather
• noun (Context 3)
A style of water jump or bomb, performed by folding the body into a V-shape upon entering the water to displace maximum water and create a massive splash.
Usage Example
"The kids spent the entire summer afternoon doing manus off the wharf into the harbor."
Strong
bomb
Weak
dive
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Manu. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/manu