womanhood

[woom-uhn-hood]

noun

1. the state of being a woman; womanly character or qualities.

2. women collectively.

   American womanhood.

womanhood

/ ˈwʊmənˌhʊd /

noun

1. the state or quality of being a woman or being womanly

2. women collectively

Word History and Origins

Origin of womanhood¹

A Middle English word dating back to 1325–75; woman, -hood

Example Sentences

It is also an important force in formulating a new model of womanhood: one that incorporates strong religious identity, a specific feminine aesthetic, and far-right ideas.

From Salon

In this case, the right’s notions of “good” versus “bad” womanhood reveals a deep sickness.

From Salon

The way I wanted to reflect Cécile’s interiority was of those detailed moments that you commit to memory that change how you perceive womanhood, or love, or intimacy.

From Los Angeles Times

Out on Friday, A Complicated Woman is an attempt to capture womanhood in all its complexities and contradictions – and that means moving through musical genres, modes and attitudes with almost whiplash-inducing speed.

From BBC

It wouldn’t be touching on deeper points — about womanhood, art, the body.

From Los Angeles Times