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What English word comes from the latton manus?

The Latin word "manus" means "hand".

While it's not a direct translation, many English words related to hands are derived from "manus":

* Manual: A book of instructions, something done by hand.

* Manicure: Care of the hands and nails.

* Manufacture: To make something by hand (originally), now often by machines.

* Manuscript: A handwritten document.

* Emancipate: To set free from slavery or restraint (literally "to free the hand").

* Manipulate: To handle or control skillfully (originally with the hands).

So, while "manus" itself isn't a common English word, it's a root for many words relating to hands and actions done with them.

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