Meaning of the word manifold in English

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manifold

US /ˈmæn.ə.foʊld/
UK /ˈmæn.ə.foʊld/
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Adjective

1.

many and various

Example:
The reasons for the decline are manifold.
He faced manifold challenges in his new role.

Noun

1.

a pipe or chamber branching into several openings

Example:
The exhaust manifold collects gases from the engine cylinders.
An intake manifold distributes the air-fuel mixture to each cylinder.
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