Woman
Woman
Woman (/ˈwʊmən/), plural: women (/ˈwɪmɪn/), is an adult human female. In terms of biological sex, women typically have two X chromosomes, but variations exist and are valid, such as in the case of intersex individuals.
Etymology
The term "woman" is derived from the Old English "wīfmann", which is a combination of "wīf" (wife) and "mann" (human being). The pronunciation has evolved over time, but the meaning has remained relatively consistent.
Related Terms
- Female: The sex that can bear offspring or produce eggs, distinguished biologically by the production of gametes (ova) which can be fertilized by male gametes.
- Adult: A person who is fully grown or developed.
- Human: A member of the species Homo sapiens, distinguished from other animals by superior mental development, power of articulate speech, and upright stance.
- Intersex: A variation in sex characteristics including chromosomes, gonads, or genitals that do not allow an individual to be distinctly identified as male or female.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Woman
- Wikipedia's article - Woman
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