humankind
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of humankind
First recorded in 1635–45; from the phrase human kind; modeled on mankind ( def. )
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Used responsibility, it can help humankind like so many technologies before it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 6, 2026
The official presenting the award called the discovery the vitamin’s “greatest practical importance” and lauded it among the discoveries that have been of great benefit to humankind.
From Salon ● May 7, 2026
Sometimes Ms. Strout is moved to break into the narrative with her own heartfelt proclamations on humankind.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 1, 2026
"I hope that today we plant the seeds of peace not only for Chinese people on both sides of the Strait, but for all humankind," Cheng said on Wednesday, in comments broadcast by Taiwanese media.
From Barron's ● Apr. 8, 2026
The popular age, as it rapidly became known, brought undreamed-of musical benefits and rewards to humankind.
From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall
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