human
noun
/ˈhjuː.mən/
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/ˈju.mən/
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[ˈçju̟mn̩]
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[ˈçju̟mən]
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- (fantasy, scifi, mythology) A human as contrasted from superficially similar but typically more powerful humanoid creatures; a member of the human race.
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mens
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human
adjective
/ˈhjuː.mən/
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/ˈju.mən/
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[ˈçju̟mn̩]
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[ˈçju̟mən]
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- (comparable) Having the nature or attributes of a human being.
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menselijk
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- (notcomp) Of or belonging to the species Homo sapiens or its closest relatives.
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menselijk,
mens
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humanity
noun
/hjuˈmænɪti/
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[j̊ʊwˈmænɪɾi]
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- (uncountable) Humankind; human beings as a group.
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mensheid,
mensdom,
mensengeslacht
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- (uncountable) The human condition or nature.
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mensheid
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- (uncountable) The quality of being benevolent; humane traits of character; humane qualities or aspects.
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humaniteit,
menselijkheid,
menslievendheid
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humane
adjective
/hjuˈmeɪn/
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/hjuːˈmeɪn/
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/hjʉːˈmæɪn/
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- Having or showing concern for the pain or suffering of another; compassionate.
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menselijk,
humaan
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humanism
noun
/ˈhjumənɪz(ə)m/
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/ˈhjuːmənɪz(ə)m/
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- (historical, often capitalized) Specifically, a cultural and intellectual movement in 14th-16th century Europe characterised by attention to classical culture and a promotion of vernacular texts, notably during the Renaissance. [from 19th c.]
- An ethical system that centers on humans and their values, needs, interests, abilities, dignity and freedom; especially used for a secular one which rejects theistic religion and superstition. [from 19th c.]
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humanisme
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- Humanitarianism, philanthropy.
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menslievendheid
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humanities
noun
/hjuˈmæn.ɪ.tiz/
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- The study of language, literature, the arts, history, and philosophy, sometimes including religion.
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geesteswetenschappen
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