What is the meaning of Maniple?

A division of the Roman army numbering 120 (or sometimes 60) soldiers exclusive of officers; any small body of soldiers.

In Western Christianity, an ornamental band or scarf worn upon the left arm as a part of the vestments of a priest in the Roman Catholic Church, and sometimes the Church of England.

A hand; a fist.

A handful.

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