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/mænz/
(man)
adult male
Etymology
Etymology Information
'man' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'mann', where it meant 'human being'.
Historical Evolution
'mann' transformed into the Middle English word 'man', and eventually became the modern English word 'man'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'human being', but over time it evolved to primarily refer to an adult male human.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
possessive form of 'man', indicating something that belongs to or is associated with a man.
This is a man's world.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45