manna from heaven en · NOUN
Etymology
Referencing the miraculous food described in the Bible (Exodus 16:4–36). According to the biblical narrative, manna was a substance provided by God to the Israelites during their 40-year journey through the desert after leaving Egypt.
Meanings
- Unexpected help; miracle, deus ex machina, godsend.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| mannas from heaven | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (3)
it manna dal cielo (unexpected help) · ru ма́нна небе́сная (unexpected help) · pl manna z nieba (unexpected help)