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Greek term for a non Man?

There isn't a single, universally accepted Greek term for "non-man" that encompasses all possibilities. The best translation depends heavily on the *context* in which you're using the term. Here are a few options with different nuances:

* γυνή (gynḗ): This is the most straightforward word for "woman." While not explicitly "non-man," it's the most common antonym.

* ἄνθρωπος θῆλυς (ánthrōpos thêlys): This literally means "female human," a more descriptive and neutral option than simply "woman."

* ἄλλος (allos): This means "other" or "another," and could be used in the context of "another than man," but would be quite vague without further clarification.

* θηλυκός (thēlukós): This adjective means "female," and could be used to modify a noun, for instance, θηλυκὸν ζῷον (thēlukòn zôion) meaning "female animal."

* οὐκ ἀνήρ (ouk anḗr): This literally translates to "not a man," but is grammatically clunky and might sound unnatural in many contexts.

To choose the best term, consider what kind of "non-man" you're referring to. Are you talking about women, animals, gods, or something else entirely? The appropriate Greek term will vary considerably depending on the intended meaning.

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