Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

manson

Noun
/ˈmæn.sən/
Definition
A surname and sometimes a given name, often associated with notorious figures in popular culture.
Examples
  • Charles Manson was the leader of the Manson Family cult.
  • The Manson murders shocked the nation in 1969.
  • Some people use ‘Manson’ as a cautionary reference in discussions about cults.
Meaning
The name ‘Manson’ is commonly recognized due to its association with Charles Manson, an infamous American criminal who led a cult and was implicated in several murders in the late 1960s.
Synonyms
  • None directly, as ‘Manson’ is a proper noun.