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The correct spelling is maniples.
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noun
Say it like: Man-ipl-es
The correct spelling is maniples. A division of the Roman army numbering 120 (or sometimes 60) soldiers exclusive of officers; (generally) any small body of soldiers.
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Definition
noun
- 1.A division of the Roman army numbering 120 (or sometimes 60) soldiers exclusive of officers; (generally) any small body of soldiers.
- 2.In Western Christianity, an ornamental band or scarf worn upon the left arm as a part of the vestments of a priest in the Roman Catholic Church, and sometimes the Church of England.
- 3.A hand; a fist.
- 4.A handful.
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