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Definition of manpower

manpower

/ˈmænˌpaʊ.ər/
man · pow · er
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• noun

1

The number of people working or available for work or service.

Example

"The construction company lacked the manpower needed to finish the bridge ahead of schedule."

2

A unit of power based on the rate at which a human can perform mechanical work, typically estimated at about one-tenth of a horsepower.

Example

"Early engineers calculated the mechanical advantage of the pulley system in terms of manpower."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In contemporary professional and institutional writing, gender-neutral alternatives such as 'workforce', 'personnel', 'staff', or 'human resources' are often preferred over 'manpower'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Manpower. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/manpower
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