manwise

American

[man-wahyz] / ˈmænˌwaɪz /

adverb

in the manner of a human being.

The dog stood on his hind legs and walked manwise.

Etymology

Origin of manwise

First recorded in 1900–05; man + -wise

Example Sentences

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Gail Potter is still there: she doesn't wear the flared denims any more and things never really improved manwise after Brian Tilsley.

From The Guardian • Dec. 3, 2010

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