Meaning Of The Word Manque

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manqué
You use manqué to describe someone who has never had the type of job indicated, although they had the ability for it or wanted it.

manqué in American English
that falls short of the goal; unsuccessful or defective
adjective: having failed, missed, or fallen short, esp. because of circumstances or a defect of character; unsuccessful; unfulfilled or frustrated (usually used postpositively)

manque in British English
adjective: unfulfilled; potential; would-be
noun: the section on a roulette table which includes the numbers 1 to 18 or a bet placed in this area

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