Definition

Women considered as a group.

Example

Womankind has made significant contributions to society throughout history.

Conversation

Have you seen the new documentary about womankind?

Yes, it was so inspiring to see their stories!

I think it really highlights the strength of womankind today.

Absolutely, it shows how far we've come and what still needs to be done.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Womankind → It is formed from "woman" (from Old English *wīfmann*, meaning female human) and "kind" (from Old English *cynd*, meaning nature or race). The term "womankind" refers to the collective nature or race of women.

Memory Tip

Think of 'woman' as a female human and 'kind' as a nature or race — together, they describe the collective nature of women.

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