mankind

noun

man·​kind
singular or plural in construction
1
ˈman-ˈkīnd How to pronounce mankind (audio)
-ˌkīnd
: the human race : the totality of human beings
2
ˈman-ˌkīnd How to pronounce mankind (audio) : men especially as distinguished from women

Examples of mankind in a Sentence

all of mankind stands to gain if world peace is ever achieved
Recent Examples on the Web Between those who seek revenge and those whose faith in mankind remains unwavering, Dar will try to find her own voice. Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 22 May 2024 The name itself is a reference to The Planet of the Apes franchise, which features primates rising up and overthrowing mankind. William Gavin, Quartz, 22 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for mankind 

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Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of mankind was in the 13th century

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Cite this Entry

“Mankind.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mankind. Accessed 1 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

mankind

noun
man·​kind
1
ˈman-ˈkīnd,
-ˌkīnd
: the human race : all human beings
2
-ˌkīnd
: men rather than women

Medical Definition

mankind

noun singular but singular or plural in construction
: the human race : the totality of human beings

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