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manger (Noun)

A manger is a long open box or trough used to hold food for horses, cattle, or other livestock in a stable. It is most famously recognized as the makeshift cradle used for Jesus in the biblical Nativity story.

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Think of a 'Man' in a 'Ger' (German) barn. The 'Man' is filling the 'Manger' with hay. Also, remember: 'The manger is in...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Writing 'manager' instead of 'manger'. → manger

Using 'manger' as a verb meaning 'to eat'. → eat

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