manifold
/ˈmænɪfəuld; `mænəˌfold/ adj
(fml 文) of many types; many and various 多种的; 繁多的; 各种各样的
a person with manifold interests 兴趣广泛的人
a versatile machine with manifold uses 有多种用途的机器. manifold, n pipe or chamber with several openings that connect with other parts, eg for taking gases into or out of cylinders in an internal combustion engine 歧管; 多支管
the exhaust manifold 排气歧管.