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/mænˈkaɪnd/ · man·kind
noun
- The human race in its entirety. Space exploration reminds us how small mankind is in the vast cosmos.
- Men collectively, as opposed to all women. The conference was attended only by representatives of mankind, excluding women.
- Human feelings; humanity. His speech appealed to the better side of mankind, urging compassion and kindness.
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Did you know? The word 'mankind' was first recorded in the 14th century and originally had no gender bias; the gendered sense emerged only in the 16th century.