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womanthrope en · NOUN

Etymology

Blend of woman + misanthrope.

Meanings

1. (humorous, rare) Someone who hates women; a misogynist.
   • "Crabtree's become a—a womanthrope," said Tommers. "No—a misowench. There's not been a fresh photo of ankles on his chimney-piece for months." 1924, E. F. Benson, David of King's:
   • MISS PRISM: A misanthrope I can understand—a womanthrope, never! 1895, Oscar Wilde, The Importance of Being Earnest […] , [Act II]:
   • “No,” he told her. “Cheering is entirely beyond my capabilities.” “Oh, too bad.” Her tone was sympathetic, but her eyes were mocking. “I see now. You're a womanthrope.” He'd never heard the word before, but the meaning was all too clear. 2013, Courtney Milan, The Countess Conspiracy:

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