"maniverse" meaning in English

See maniverse in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

Forms: maniverses [plural]
Etymology: From blend of many + universe. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|many|universe|nocap=1}} blend of many + universe Head templates: {{en-noun}} maniverse (plural maniverses)
  1. The hypothetical set of manifold possible universes parallel to our own; multiverse. Synonyms: manyverse
    Sense id: en-maniverse-en-noun-t7UCRvq3 Categories (other): English blends, English entries with incorrect language header

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