adamhood
|ad-am-hood|
C2
/ˈædəmˌhʊd/
state of being a man
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adamhood' originates from the name 'Adam,' the first man in the biblical account, combined with the suffix '-hood,' which denotes a state or condition.
Historical Evolution
'Adam' from the Hebrew word 'אָדָם' (adam), meaning 'man' or 'human,' combined with the Old English suffix '-hād,' which evolved into '-hood' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the state of being 'Adam,' the first man, but over time it evolved into a broader meaning of 'manhood.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or condition of being a man; manhood.
He embraced his adamhood with pride.
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Last updated: 2025/05/03 01:51
