Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
manna-from-heaven
noun
/ˈmænə frʌm ˈhɛvən/
Definition
A sudden or unexpected benefit or help, especially in a time of need.
Examples
- When the company announced bonuses, it felt like a manna-from-heaven for many employees.
- The unexpected rain was a manna-from-heaven for the drought-stricken farmers.
Meaning
The term refers to something that provides unexpected relief or support, much like the biblical manna that nourished the Israelites in the wilderness.
Synonyms
- windfall
- boon
- blessing
- benefit
