Bachelorhood

"Bachelorhood" refers to the state or condition of being a bachelor, meaning an unmarried man. 

Here's a more detailed explanation:

• Definition:
  Bachelorhood is the state of being a bachelor, which is defined as a man who is not and never has been married. 

• Etymology:
  The word "bachelor" has an interesting history, originally referring to a young knight who followed the banner of another, or a knight too young or poor to gather vassals under his own banner. 

• Synonyms:
  Other words that can describe the state of being a bachelor include "unmarried man" or "single man". 

• Context:
  The term "bachelorhood" can be used to describe a period of a man's life before marriage, or to refer to the characteristics or traits associated with being unmarried. 

• Examples:

  • "He seems to have settled into married life nicely, which is surprising given his outspoken views on marriage and bachelorhood." 

  • "He also felt the whole episode — and his continued bachelorhood — brought shame to his family." 

  • "Exhausted from his work, he's held onto his bachelorhood with a tight grip, but his heart has begun to stir for Delia."