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manager

|man/a/ger|

B1

🇺🇸

/ˈmænɪdʒər/

🇬🇧

/ˈmænɪdʒə/

person in charge

Etymology
Etymology Information

'manager' originates from the Italian word 'maneggiare,' which means 'to handle or control.'

Historical Evolution

'maneggiare' transformed into the French word 'managier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'manager' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to handle or control,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person responsible for controlling or administering an organization or group of staff.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person responsible for controlling or administering an organization or group of staff.

The manager of the store is responsible for all operations.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40