MANKIND, n. [man and kind.] This word admits the accent either on the first or second syllable; the distinction of accent being inconsiderable.]
1. The race or species of human beings.
The proper study of mankind is man.
2. A male, or the males of the human race.
Thou shalt not lie with mankind as with womankind. Lev 18.
MANKIND, a. Resembling man in form, not woman.
