manse

• Nom désignant une grande maison imposante, ou plus spécifiquement la résidence officielle d'un ecclésiastique, en particulier dans la tradition presbytérienne.

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.

   Résidence du pasteur (manse)

   • 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.

   Synonymesparsonagerectoryvicarage

2. Large and imposing houseC1formalbritish

   A stately or grand residence, often with historical significance.

   Grande et imposante maison

   • 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.

   Synonymeschateauhallmanormansionpalacestately homevilla

   Antonymescottagehovelhutshack