humankind
Translation
humankind, the human race
Examples
This is a great discovery for all humankind.
This is a great discovery for all humankind.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable)) the human race Humankind must protect the environment.
Similar Words
Synonyms: humanity, the human race, people.
Etymology
A compound of 'human' and 'kind' (in the sense of 'race' or 'type', like in 'mankind').
Memory Tips
Literally 'the human kind' or 'the human type'. It is a gender-neutral alternative to 'mankind'.