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womanhood

/ˈwʊm.ən.hʊd/
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• noun

1

The state, period, or condition of being an adult female human rather than a girl.

Example

"The novel explores a young protagonist's emotional journey from adolescence into womanhood."

2

The qualities, characteristics, or experiences traditionally associated with being a woman.

Example

"Modern feminist literature frequently examines how cultural expectations shape ideals of womanhood."

3

Women considered collectively as a group.

Example

"The monument was erected to honor the contributions of the nation's womanhood during the war effort."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English as 'wimmanhod', combining the Old English noun 'wīfmann' (woman) with the suffix '-hād' (denoting state, condition, or rank).

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