Womankind: meaning, definitions and examples

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womankind

 

[ ˈwʊmənˌkaɪnd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

gender reference

Womankind refers to all women collectively, representing the female gender as a whole. It encompasses various aspects, including social roles, cultural identities, and experiences that women share. This term often highlights unity among women in various movements, such as feminism and women's rights. Womankind is sometimes used in discussions about gender equality and the importance of women's contributions to society.

Synonyms

female gender, ladies, women.

Examples of usage

  • Womankind has made significant strides in the workplace.
  • The empowerment of womankind is essential for societal progress.
  • Womankind deserves equal rights and opportunities.

Translations

Translations of the word "womankind" in other languages:

🇵🇹 humanidade feminina

🇮🇳 महिलाएँ

🇩🇪 Weiblichkeit

🇮🇩 wanita

🇺🇦 жінки

🇵🇱 kobiety

🇯🇵 女性

🇫🇷 féminité

🇪🇸 mujeres

🇹🇷 kadınlık

🇰🇷 여성

🇸🇦 النساء

🇨🇿 ženy

🇸🇰 ženy

🇨🇳 女性

🇸🇮 ženske

🇮🇸 konur

🇰🇿 әйелдер

🇬🇪 ქალები

🇦🇿 qadınlar

🇲🇽 mujeres

Etymology

The term 'womankind' is derived from the combination of 'woman' and 'kind', which collectively refers to the female species. 'Woman' originated from the Old English 'wīfmann', which translates to 'female human'. The term evolved over centuries, with 'wīf' meaning 'female' and 'mann' meaning 'person'. The suffix 'kind' comes from the Old English 'cynd', meaning 'nature' or 'race'. Thus, 'womankind' literally signifies the nature or race of woman. It has been used since the 16th century to emphasize the collective identity of women. The term is often used in feminist literature and movements to call attention to the rights, struggles, and achievements of women throughout history. Today, 'womankind' remains a relevant term in discussions around gender equality and the celebration of women's contributions in various fields.