Manes
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɑːneɪz/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Manes is a noun meaning The souls or spirits of dead ancestors, conceived as deities or the subjects of reverence, or of other deceased relatives.
Meaning
The souls or spirits of dead ancestors, conceived as deities or the subjects of reverence, or of other deceased relatives.
More Meanings
- plural of mane
Example Sentences
this was the Ustrina or place of burning their bodies, or some sacrificing place unto the Manes
Still may the manès of thy children rise To chase calm slumber from thy wearied eyes; Still may their voices on the haunted air In fearful whispers tell thee to despair,
At this instant the trappings of his attire caught the glaring eye-balls of a dying yeoman, who exerted his wasting strength to sacrifice one more worthy victim to the manes of his countrymen.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include manism, mania, lemures, pitris, manito, manist.
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