mannish
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Resembling or characteristic of a man, masculine.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
A woman impudent and mannish grown
Is not more loathed than an effeminate man
In time of action.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Resembling or characteristic of a grown man (as opposed to a boy); mature, adult.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
Impertinent; assertive.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “mannish” mean?
Resembling or characteristic of a man, masculine.
Is “mannish” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.