mann

Definition

A fairy chess piece that can move to any adjacent square. It moves like a king but is not a royal piece.

Etymology

Borrowed from German Mann (“man”).

Example Sentences

• "The mann moves like a king but is not royal; he cannot castle and he’s allowed to be captured. The mann is most popular for chess theorists who wish to discuss the king as an attacking piece, or for chess puzzles that wish to use a non-royal king."