noun

1. A copy made by the manifold writing process.

2. A pipe fitting or similar device that connects multiple inputs or outputs.

3. (chiefly in the plural) The third stomach of a ruminant animal, an omasum.

Synonyms: multiple, numerous, diverse, multiplicitous, varied, various

adjective

1. Various in kind or quality; diverse.

   “The manifold meanings of the simple English word set are infamous among dictionary makers.”

2. Many in number, numerous; multiple, multiplied.

3. Complicated.

adverb

1. Many times; repeatedly.

Synonyms: multiple, numerous, diverse, multiplicitous, varied, various, frequently, ofttimes