What does mannish mean?
Definitions for mannish
ˈmæn ɪʃman·nish
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Princeton's WordNet
mannishadjective
resembling or imitative of or suggestive of a man rather than a woman
"a mannish stride"
mannishadjective
characteristic of a man as distinguished from a woman
"true mannish arrogance"
Wiktionary
mannishadjective
Of, pertaining to, characteristic of, or suitable for a man
Etymology: From mannisshe, mannysh, from earlier mennish, from mennisc, from manniskaz, from mann-, from mAnw-, equivalent to. Cognate with mens, Mensch, mennesk, manneskju. More at man, mennish.
Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
Mannishadjective
Having the appearance of a man; bold; masculine; impudent.
Etymology: from man.
Nature had proportioned her without any fault, yet altogether seemed not to make up that harmony that Cupid delights in; the reason whereof might seem a mannish countenance, which overthrew that lovely sweetness, the noblest power of womankind, far fitter to prevail by parley than by battle. Philip Sidney.
A woman, impudent and mannish grown,
Is not more loath’d than an effeminate man. William Shakespeare.When mannish Mevia, that two-handed whore,
Astride on horseback hunts the Tuscan boar. Dryden.
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mannish
Mannish generally refers to characteristics or traits that are typically associated with men or are considered masculine. This term is often used to describe women or girls who exhibit behaviors, attitudes, styles, or features that are stereotypically considered male. The usage, however, might vary in the context and sometimes could have negative connotations when used for someone not conforming to traditional gender roles.
Webster Dictionary
Mannishadjective
resembling a human being in form or nature; human
Mannishadjective
resembling, suitable to, or characteristic of, a man, manlike, masculine
Mannishadjective
fond of men; -- said of a woman
Etymology: [Man + -ish: cf. AS. mennisc, menisc.]
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of mannish in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of mannish in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6
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