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manna ash

/ˈmænə æʃ/

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phrase

/ˈmænə æʃ/C1formal
  • ruФраза, обозначающая внезапную, неожиданную выгоду или подарок судьбы, часто используется в контексте получения чего-то ценного без усилий. Происходит из библейской истории о манне — пище, чудесным образом данной израильтянам в пустыне.

A phrase referring to a sudden, unexpected benefit or windfall, often used in the context of receiving something valuable without effort. It originates from the biblical story of manna, the food miraculously provided to the Israelites in the wilderness.

  1. A species of flowering treeC1formal

    A deciduous tree (Fraxinus ornus) native to southern Europe and southwestern Asia, known for producing a sweet sap that can be used as a natural sweetener.

    ruЯсень манновый

    • The manna ash is often planted in parks for its ornamental flowers.
    • In Sicily, the sap of the manna ash is harvested and used as a laxative.
    • The leaves of the manna ash turn a beautiful yellow in autumn.