mankind
all of the living human inhabitants of the earth
How often you will meet it
Rank 2,813 of 71,295 words measured. It occurs 5,896 times across 155,370 chapters — 0.003% of every word in the library.
What it means
noun
- all of the living human inhabitants of the earth also: world, human race, humanity, humankind, human beings, humans all the world loves a lovershe always used `humankind' because `mankind' seemed to slight the women
mankind in real books
Each sentence below was written by a published author and is taken from a different book in our library. Open one to read the passage it came from, with narration.
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A catamite appeared, the stalest of all mankind, well worthy of that house.
The Satyricon — Volume 01: Introduction · 20-66 Petronius Arbiter · Chapter 1
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For mankind is delightful in its pride, its assurance, and its indomitable tenacity.
Notes on Life & Letters · Joseph Conrad · Chapter 2
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Thus miserably am I singled out from the enjoyment or company of all mankind.
The Life and Most Surprising Adventures · Daniel Defoe · Chapter 1
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She told me of her interests and all the schemes to benefit mankind she has in hand.
The Reflections of Ambrosine: A Novel · Elinor Glyn · Chapter 1
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He lived at peace with all mankind, In friendship he was true; His coat had pocket-holes behind, His pantaloons were blue.
Poems Every Child Should Know · Mary E. (Mary Elizabeth) [Editor] Burt · Chapter 1