noun
- Plural of mankind; multiple distinct human societies, populations, or groups considered separately.
Usage: Less common than the singular 'mankind'; typically used in academic, historical, or comparative contexts to refer to different human communities or civilizations.
Examples
- Anthropologists study the mankinds of different continents to understand cultural diversity.
- The historian examined how various mankinds developed distinct languages and customs.
- Different mankinds have adapted to their environments in remarkable ways.
- The exhibition showcased the achievements of mankinds throughout history.