manifolds

noun

a set of points such as those of a closed surface or an analogue in three or more dimensions

a lightweight paper used with carbon paper to make multiple copies

a pipe that has several lateral outlets to or from other pipes

verb

combine or increase by multiplication

make multiple copies of

adjective

many and varied

Roots

manigmani- · Old English · many feald-fold · Old English · fold

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The word manifolds breaks down into 2 roots of Old English origin: mani-, from Old English manig (“many”); and -fold, from Old English feald (“fold”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.