Mana
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɑː.nə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Mana is a noun meaning Power, prestige; specifically, a form of supernatural energy in Polynesian religion that inheres in things or people.
Meaning
Power, prestige; specifically, a form of supernatural energy in Polynesian religion that inheres in things or people.
More Meanings
- (fantasy roleplaying games) Magical energy.
- Alternative form of mina (“ancient unit of weight or currency”).
- Alternative spelling of manna.
Example Sentences
Mana is the name we give to the power behind magic.
The human tribe partakes of the mana or life-force of the animal, and is strengthened […]
But in popular estimation their essential virtue derived from the personal mana of the sovereign.
However, all such magik requires the mages [sic] own "MANA" or "internal power" to make it work. Without the mana, a spoken spell is just so much gibberish.
Word Forms
- manas
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include manna, manga, manaism, virtue, manism, aitu.
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