womanhood


wom·an·hood

noun \-ˌhd\

Definition of WOMANHOOD

1
a : the state of being a woman b : the distinguishing character or qualities of a woman or of womankind

Examples of WOMANHOOD

  1. a young girl on the verge of womanhood
  2. What is your view of womanhood?
  3. The book is a celebration of womanhood.

First Known Use of WOMANHOOD

14th century

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