Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mane

noun
/meɪn/
Definition
The long hair growing from the back of the neck of an animal, especially a horse.
Examples
  • The horse had a flowing mane that shone in the sunlight.
  • She braided her pony’s mane for the competition.
  • The lion’s majestic mane made him look more powerful.
Meaning
A mane is a type of long hair that typically grows along the neck of certain animals, most commonly horses. It can also refer to similar hair on other creatures, including lions.
Synonyms
  • hair
  • plume
  • coiffure