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One of the comments reads : Actually, we will probably never figure out, was it man or woman. but I thought this comment of the professor was an interesting eye opener. https://mastodonapp.uk/@MarkHoltom/112070436760917344

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[–] Drusas@kbin.social 18 points 8 months ago (2 children)

"Man" also means "humankind". In fact, it was originally a gender-neutral word.

https://www.etymonline.com/word/man

[–] survivalmachine@beehaw.org 5 points 8 months ago

Yes, I know. I explained that. That doesn't change perception.

[–] jackpot@lemmy.ml 4 points 8 months ago

this is it tjank you