The word "mane" refers to the long, flowing hair that grows from the neck of certain animals, most notably horses and some lions. It can also refer to a similar type of hair seen in other animals or even metaphorically to describe someone’s long hair.
The word "mane" comes from the Latin word "capillus" meaning hair, and is derived from the Old French word "maine," which also refers to the hair on the neck of a horse or lion.