daughter of the manse
daughter of the manse
A daughter of a minister, typically Presbyterian. Primarily heard in UK, Scotland. Though a daughter of the manse, Theresa was an ardent atheist.
See also: daughter, manse, of
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
- manse
- only daughter
- be going on (for) (something)
- be going on something
- like mother, like daughter
- an even break
- bless (someone's) (little) cotton socks
- bless his, her, etc. cotton socks
- be lost for words
- be first past the post