manifold (C1)
noun, adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈmænɪfoʊld/
Definition
A pipe or chamber branching into several openings, used to distribute a liquid, vapor, or gas to, or collect it from, various outlets or inlets.
Examples
The engine's intake manifold distributes air and fuel to the cylinders.
A steam manifold connects the main pipe to several smaller pipes for heating.
The hydraulic manifold directed fluid to different parts of the machine.
How to Use manifold
- manifold reasons (collocation)
- Many different and varied reasons. — "There were manifold reasons why the project failed."
- manifold problems (collocation)
- A large number of different kinds of problems. — "The city faces manifold problems, from traffic to housing."
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