womanlike
Americanadjective
Related Words
See womanly.
Other Word Forms
- unwomanlike adjective
Etymology
Origin of womanlike
First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English; woman, -like
Example Sentences
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“We wanted to make ourselves look pretty and attractive and womanlike, in spite of the uniform,” said Nina Shebalina, a mechanic in the 586th Regiment.
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
She winced, and reached for the hand, womanlike.
From The Ghost Breaker A Novel Based Upon the Play by Goddard, Charles
Robert tossed his head and looked ferocious, while Peggy peered in his rugged face, and, womanlike, admired him the more for his determination.
From About Peggy Saville by Vaizey, George de Horne, Mrs.
When the bold demand Comes from this hero for her heart and hand, In blush and smile her answer may be guessed; Yet, womanlike, she puts him to the test!
From Indian Legends of Minnesota by Severance, Cordenio A., Mrs.
Finding pride insufficient for her solace, she now, womanlike, sought what she had refused.
From Trusia A Princess of Krovitch by Brinton, Davis
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