Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
manjedoura
noun
man-zhay-DOU-rah
Definition
A manger or feeding trough for animals, particularly in the context of a stable.
Examples
- The baby Jesus was laid in a manjedoura after his birth.
- On the farm, the horses eagerly approached the manjedoura at feeding time.
Meaning
The term ‘manjedoura’ typically refers to a structure used to hold food for livestock. In a broader sense, it can evoke imagery related to the birth of Jesus, as it is commonly associated with the nativity scene.
Synonyms
- feeding trough
- manger