manship /ˈmænʃɪp/ noun5 •The characteristic of being a man; maleness; masculinity; manliness; manhood.He certainly had nothing to do with the choosing of his manship, any more than his sister had of her womanhood. — 1902 •(dialect, no longer used) Manly spirit or conduct; courage, valor, gallantry; chivalry •(no longer used) Position of honor or respect; dignity, worthiness •(no longer used) Honor shown to a person; homage, respect; courtesy •(no longer used) Human condition.