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personhood

/ˈpɜːr.sən.hʊd/ noun · British & US
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What does personhood mean?

noun

The state or condition of being a person; the quality or fact of being a human being. The status or rights of a person, especially in law.

Example

"The court's decision recognized the personhood of the fetus, granting it rights similar to those of a born child."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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