humankind

[hyoo-muhn-kahynd, -kahynd, yoo-]

noun

1. human beings collectively; the human race.

humankind

/ ˌhjuːmənˈkaɪnd /

noun

1. the human race; humanity

Word History and Origins

Origin of humankind¹

First recorded in 1635–45; from the phrase human kind; modeled on mankind ( def. )

Example Sentences

He concluded by toasting to "common prosperity for all humankind".

From BBC

Sometimes, it just takes living long enough and wading through all of humankind’s muck to remember that there’s a place for hope among all of the wreckage, even if it’s hard to find.

From Salon

"Today we reveal humankind's first-ever views of the Sun's pole," she says.

From BBC

Despite their claims to be defending humankind from this imaginary animalistic incursion, Texas Republicans are being deeply anti-human with this "furry" bill.

From Salon

Measles is among the most contagious diseases known to humankind, which means that communal vaccination is crucial.

From Los Angeles Times

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