"child of the manse" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: children of the manse [plural]
Etymology: A figurative use of the literal sense of “one born in a manse (a dwelling for a minister of certain Christian churches)”, attributed to be hard-working and disciplined due to life-long indoctrination with the Protestant work ethic. Head templates: {{en-noun|children of the manse}} child of the manse (plural children of the manse)
  1. A diligent and industrious person. Categories (topical): People Related terms: daughter of the manse, son of the manse, PK

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