1
archaic : the dwelling of a householder
2
: the residence of a minister
especially : the house of a Presbyterian minister
3
: a large imposing residence

Examples of manse in a Sentence

the ivy-covered manse is one of the town's oldest and most prominent landmarks
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Chanceries are typically connected to an embassy or consulate, meaning several high-ranking officials from the United States and the Middle East have likely spent time in the manse. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 July 2025 Among his notable works are Rosedale, 1991, depicting a manse and bare trees in a snowstorm, and White Canoe, 1990–91, a nighttime water scene. News Desk, Artforum, 15 July 2025 The ex-wife of the King of Rock ’n’ Roll had appeared at Graceland during the annual Elvis Week celebration and later hosted a three-day festival at the famous manse extolling the virtues of elegant southern living. Stacy Perman, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2025 The manse, where the church’s pastors lived, was purchased at the same time but was never designated as a landmark. Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 16 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for manse

Word History

Etymology

Middle English manss, from Medieval Latin mansa, mansus, mansum, from Latin mansus lodging, from manēre

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of manse was in the 15th century

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“Manse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/manse. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.

Kids Definition

manse

noun
: the residence of a member of the clergy : parsonage
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