manhood
/ˈmænhʊd/
noun
- The state or time of being an adult male human.
- In many cultures, special ceremonies mark the transition to manhood.
- He reached manhood at the age of 21.
- He looked back on his early manhood as a time of adventure.
- The qualities traditionally associated with being a man, such as strength, courage, and independence.
- He felt he had to prove his manhood by taking risks.
- She admired his quiet confidence and sense of manhood.
- The movie explores different ideas of manhood in modern society.
- All the men of a particular country, group, or period considered together.
- The entire manhood of the village gathered for the meeting.
- A statue was erected to honor the manhood of the region.
- The nation's manhood was called to fight in the war.
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