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Manhood Definition & Meaning

manhood
noun
  1. the state of being a man; manly qualities
  2. the quality of being human; "he feared the speedy decline of all manhood"
  3. the status of being a man

"Manhood" in song lyrics

See how manhood is used in real songs:

  • "The jabberwocky, the test of the manhood"
    Aceyalone — The Reason
  • "So I started gangbangin' to prove my manhood"
    Afroman f/ Quarter Peace Quartet — God Has Smiled on Me
  • "I had to prove my manhood"
    B.B.D. (Bell Biv DeVoe) — B.B.D. (I Thought It Was Me)

Usage tips for "manhood"

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Frequently asked questions

What does manhood mean?
the state of being a man; manly qualities the quality of being human; "he feared the speedy decline of all manhood" the status of being a man
What part of speech is manhood?
Manhood is a noun.
How many definitions does manhood have?
Manhood has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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