English Meaning & Definitions
Adult human males, plural of man.
- “Several men gathered outside the building to discuss the project.”
- “The historical museum features an exhibit dedicated to famous men and women.”
Human beings in general; mankind or humanity.
- “All men are created equal and endowed with certain unalienable rights.”
- “It was a giant leap for mankind, a monumental achievement for all men.”
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Derived from Old English 'men', the plural form of 'mann' (meaning human being, person, or adult male). It traces back to Proto-Germanic '*manniz' and Proto-Indo-European '*man-', meaning 'man' or 'thinking being'.
M-E-N: 'Many adult Males' is a quick way to remember that 'men' is the plural form of 'man'.
Frequently Asked Questions About “men”
1. What is the meaning of “men” in English?
In English, men (noun) is defined as: “Adult human males, plural of man.”.
2. How do you use “men” in a sentence?
“Several men gathered outside the building to discuss the project.”
4. What is the etymology and word origin of “men”?
Derived from Old English 'men', the plural form of 'mann' (meaning human being, person, or adult male). It traces back to Proto-Germanic '*manniz' and Proto-Indo-European '*man-', meaning 'man' or 'thinking being'.
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