Manche

French-English Dictionary of Military Terms · 1918 · p. 3

Sleeve. Short tube. Handle (of whip, knife, etc., etc.). Strait (espl. the English Channel). Helve. Loom (of oar). Hose-pipe.—Manche d’append ice. Sleeve of round balloon. —Manche 4a air. Ventilating cowl—Manche de toile. Windsail. Canvas hose-pie—Manche de cuir. Leather hose.—Manche flexible. Flexible armoured hose.—Manche acharbon. Coal shoot.—Manche d’incendie. Fire hose. [p.353]