Meaning of the word womenfolk in English

What does womenfolk mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

womenfolk

US /ˈwɪm.ɪn.foʊk/
UK /ˈwɪm.ɪn.fəʊk/

Noun

the women in a family or society:

Example:
The communal land is cultivated by the womenfolk in the tribe.