manhood
/'mænhud/
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Definition
- Noun:
- The state or period of being an adult male human: Refers to the condition of being a man, especially in terms of age and maturity.
- The qualities traditionally associated with men, such as courage, strength, and honor: Refers to the collective characteristics considered typical or ideal for a man.
- Men collectively: Refers to all men as a group.
Examples of Usage
- Referring to the state/period of adulthood:
- He came of age and entered his manhood.
- The ceremony marked his passage into manhood.
- Referring to masculine qualities:
- He proved his manhood by facing the challenge bravely.
- The story is about honor and manhood.
- Referring to men as a group:
- The nation's manhood was called to serve in the war.
- The policy affected the working manhood of the region.
Advanced Usage
- "To reach/attain manhood": To become an adult man.
- In many cultures, a boy must complete a ritual to reach manhood.
- "The flower of manhood": A literary phrase referring to the young, healthy, and vigorous men of a group.
- The war claimed the flower of the nation's manhood.
Variants and Related Words
- Man (n): An adult male human.
- Manly (adj): Having qualities traditionally associated with men, such as strength and courage.
- He displayed manly courage.
- Manliness (n): The quality of being manly.
- His manliness was never in question.
Synonyms
- Adulthood (when referring to the state of being an adult).
- Virility (specifically for masculine vigor or strength).
- Courage, Fortitude (for the quality aspect).
- Menfolk, Males (for the collective aspect).
Related Phrases
- Manhood suffrage: (Historical) The right of all adult men to vote.
- The reform bill established manhood suffrage.
Noun
- the status of being a man
- the quality of being human
- he feared the speedy decline of all manhood
- the state of being a man; manly qualities