mannishness

Meanings

• adjective

  Having the characteristics of a man, especially in behavior or appearance.

  - "Despite her feminine appearance, she had a very mannishness demeanor."
  - "The mannishness of the sailor was evident in his rough and rugged appearance."

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Variants

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mannish , mannishly , mannishness , mannishnesses

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Etymology

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From mannish, from man (derived from Old English mann meaning 'man').

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Trivia

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1. The term mannishness first appeared in English literature in the 15th century.

2. Mannishness was a popular theme in literature during the Victorian era, when societal expectations for gender roles were particularly rigid.

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Related Concepts

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1. masculinity: Masculinity refers to the traits, behaviors, and roles that are traditionally associated with men. Mannishness can be considered a sub-category of masculinity, focusing specifically on behavior and appearance.

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Culture

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Mannishness is a term used to describe behavior or appearance that is traditionally associated with men. It can refer to traits such as strength, assertiveness, and independence. In literature, mannishness has been depicted in various characters, such as Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn, who display traits that are considered manly.

How to Memorize "mannishness"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a man with traditionally masculine traits, such as a strong jawline, broad shoulders, and a confident demeanor.

2. associate
   

   - Associate mannishness with traits that are traditionally considered masculine, such as strength, assertiveness, and independence.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym M-A-N-N-I-S-H: Masculine, Assertive, Nurturing, Natural, Independent, Strong, and Honest.

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