manse

• Sustantivo que designa una casa grande e imponente, o, en particular, la residencia oficial de un clérigo, especialmente en la tradición presbiteriana.

A noun referring to a large, imposing house, or specifically the official residence of a clergyman, especially in the Presbyterian tradition.

1. Clergyman's residenceC1formalbritish

   The official house provided for a minister or clergyman, particularly in Presbyterian churches.

   Casa pastoral

   • The new minister moved into the manse last week.
   • The old stone manse stood next to the church.
   • They renovated the manse to accommodate the pastor's family.

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2. Large and imposing houseC1formalbritish

   A stately or grand residence, often with historical significance.

   Casa grande e imponente

   • The manse overlooked the valley with its impressive architecture.
   • They bought a beautiful manse in the countryside.
   • The historic manse was converted into a museum.

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