1. plural of mannishness; the quality or state of being mannish (having characteristics traditionally associated with men, or resembling a man in appearance or behavior)
Usage: countable and uncountable uses; often used in discussions of gender presentation or fashion

Examples

• The designer's collection celebrated various mannishnesses in women's fashion.
• Critics debated the different mannishnesses expressed across cultures and time periods.
• Her tailored suit emphasized a certain mannishness that she found empowering.
• The film explored how mannishnesses are perceived differently in various social contexts.
• Fashion historians noted the rise of mannishnesses in 1920s women's clothing.