English

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Etymology

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From fan +‎ -kind, possible punning on mankind.

Noun

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fankind (uncountable)

  1. (science fiction fandom slang) Fans collectively.
    • 1978, Woweekazowie!, number 4, page 32:
      As most of you are, I'm sure, award, Harry [Broertjes] and his LEGION OUTPOST are well known throughout fankind.

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