mankind
Translation
mankind, humanity, humankind
Examples
This is a great step for all mankind.
This is a great step for all mankind.
The future of mankind is in our hands.
The future of mankind is in our hands.
Grammar Patterns
mankind the human race The discovery benefited all mankind.
Similar Words
Synonyms: humanity, humankind, the human race
Etymology
A compound of 'man' (in the sense of human) and 'kind' (in the sense of type or race).
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'the kind of being that is man'. Note that 'humankind' is often preferred today for gender neutrality.