Word
manny
Phoneticsman·ny
/ˈmæni/
Definitions
01male nanny
n. a man whose job is to look after children in their own home.
n. a male childcare provider employed by a family to care for children in a domestic setting.
“They decided to hire a manny because their son really wanted a male role model.”
“The couple found that hiring a manny provided a different dynamic for their active boys compared to the previous childcare arrangements.”
Informal · Humorous
Usage
A blend of the words 'man' and 'nanny'.
Teaching tip
This term is often used playfully or in media; in professional contexts, 'nanny' is increasingly considered gender-neutral.
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02Manchester
n. a casual name for the city of Manchester in England.
n. a colloquial or slang abbreviation for the city of Manchester, UK.
“He spent the whole weekend in Manny visiting his cousins.”
“The local music scene in Manny has seen a significant resurgence over the last decade, drawing artists from across the North.”
British English · Slang · Dialect
Usage
Commonly used by residents and in the UK hip-hop or grime scenes.
Teaching tip
This is highly regional; learners should be aware it sounds very informal and is mostly used by younger people or locals.
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