manse

manse

noun \ˈman(t)s\

Definition of MANSE

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

1. <the ivy-covered manse is one of the town's oldest and most prominent landmarks>

Origin of MANSE

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

First Known Use: 15th century

Related to MANSE

Synonyms: castle, château, estate, hacienda, hall, manor, manor house, mansion, palace, villa

Related Words: showplace; abode, domicile, dwelling, habitation, hearth, home, house, lodging(s), pad, place; housing, nest, quarter(s), residency, roof; great house; country house, countryseat; aerie, penthouse; salon, suite, town house

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Rhymes with MANSE

chance, dance, glance, lance, prance, trance, trans