The meaning of MANNISH is resembling or suggesting a man rather than a woman. How to use mannish in a sentence.

/ ˈmæn·ɪʃ / Add to word list (of a woman) having characteristics typical of a man (Definition of mannish from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

MANNISH definition: being typical or suggestive of a man rather than a woman. See examples of mannish used in a sentence.

mannish in American English (ˈmænɪʃ ) adjective having a quality usually regarded as belonging to or right for a man [used, often disparagingly, in referring to a woman]

mannish (ˈmænɪʃ) adj 1. (of a woman) having or displaying qualities regarded as typical of a man 2. of or resembling a man

Definition of mannish adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

3 days ago · Definitions of mannish adjective resembling or imitative of or suggestive of a man rather than a woman “a mannish stride” synonyms: unwomanly not womanly

There are seven meanings listed in OED's entry for the word mannish, two of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

Mannish definition: Of or relating to men; masculine.

May 20, 2025 · mannish (comparative more mannish, superlative most mannish) She detested the look of herself in large goggles, detested being forced to tie on her hat, detested the …