manipular

adjective

ma·nip·u·lar mə-ˈni-pyə-lər

1

: of or relating to the ancient Roman maniple

2

: of, relating to, or performed by manipulation : manipulative

Word History

First Known Use

1623, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of manipular was in 1623

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“Manipular.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/manipular. Accessed 30 Mar. 2023.

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