Question

Consider the term "manuevers" and like terms such as manual or manusript. What does the prefix manu- most likley mean?

a. none of these
b. to write
c. to learn
d. to do by hand

Answer 1

The answer would be d.

Manual (adj.) - Relating to or done with the hands.

Manual (noun.) - A book of instructions, especially for operating a machine or learning a subject; a handbook.

Manuscript (noun.) - A book, document, or piece of music written by hand.

Maneuver (you spelled it “Manuevers” but i assume you mean maneuvers) (noun.) - A movement or series of moves requiring skill and care.

Maneuver (verb.) - to move skillfully or carefully.

Manu as a prefix means to do with/by hands, given its Greek/Latin roots.