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Definition manner in British English

manner noun

noun
/ˈmænə(r)/
1

the way that you do something, or the way that something happens

Example

The manner of his death aroused a lot of interest in the media.

Example

Customers should be treated in a courteous, friendly manner.

Example

Things had been done in the same manner for centuries.

Synonyms and related words
modality method the system
2

a way of behaving or speaking

Example

The salesman's aggressive manner put us off.

Synonyms and related words
default setting behaviour instinct
3

traditionally accepted ways of behaving that show a polite respect for other people

Example

Children learn manners by observing their parents.

Example

It's bad manners to interrupt someone.

Example

I forgot to say goodbye. They'll think I have no manners at all.

Synonyms and related words
courtesy tact chivalry
Example

German middle-class manners

Synonyms and related words
custom tradition practice
Definition manner in British English