(religion) A syncretic, dualistic religion that combined elements of Zoroastrian, Christian, and Gnostic thought, founded by the Iranian prophet Mani in 3rd century AD.

A follower of Manichaeism.

Of or relating to Manichaeism. / Of or concerning a Manichaean. / (by extension) Referring to a worldview of distinct good and evil.

The practice of manipulating or the state of being manipulated. / The skillful use of the hands in, for example, chiropractic.

Made of manila paper or material like it. / (color) Yellow-brown; colored like manila paper.

Fiber made from abaca (Manila hemp), used to make ropes and manila paper. / (color) The yellow-brown colour of manila.

(transitive) To move, arrange or operate something using the hands / (transitive) To influence, manage, direct, control or tamper with something

Using manipulation purposefully. / Tending to manipulate. / (derogatory) Reaching one's goals at the expense of other people by using them.

(mathematics) A manipulable object designed to demonstrate a mathematical concept.

A cosmetic treatment for the fingernails. / (dated) A manicurist.