1. (ancient Rome) a military unit of about 120 men
   "the maniple was a key component of the Roman legion"
    
2. A liturgical vestment worn on the left arm by Roman Catholic and some Anglican clergy
   "the priest adjusted his maniple before the mass"
    
3. [archaic] A handful or small bundle
   "he gathered a maniple of herbs"

Derived forms: maniples

Encyclopedia: Maniple