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The Rise of Man-Words in Language by Renata Kabke Pinheiro is a document available to read on EtoBox.

This document discusses the rise of "man-words" in recent years, which use the prefix "man" or incorporate it into compound words or blends to refer specifically to males or male-oriented concepts. Some examples provided include "man hug," "manbroidery," and "Movember." These man-words tend to be playful or ironic and often imply self-deprecation. While some catch on widely, like "mancession," others remain niche slang. Some denote commercial products for metrosexual men. Views on this trend range from sign

Author

Renata Kabke Pinheiro

Language

EN