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The word "man" originates from the Old English term "mann," which referred to a person or human, regardless of gender. This is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "*mann-" and is related to similar terms in other Germanic languages, such as "Mensch" in German and "man" in Dutch. The Proto-Indo-European root is believed to be "*manu-", meaning "to think" or "to have a mind," reflecting the cognitive capabilities attributed to humans. Over time, "man" became more specifically associated with adult males in modern English usage.

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