mankind

man-kind · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Human beings collectively; the human race.

  2. 2.

    Men as distinct from women (dated usage).

Related words

See also: human, humanity, people
Synonyms: human race, humanity, humankind

Etymology

From Old English compound of man ("human being") + cynn ("kind, race, family"). Originally gender-neutral, referring to all humans. Modern usage often prefers "humankind" or "humanity" for inclusivity.