və̇ˈriləd.ē, -ətē, -i noun
( -es )
Etymology: Latin virilitat-, virilitas, from virilis virile + -itat-, -itas -ity
: the quality or state of being virile: as
a. : the period of developed manhood — compare muliebrity
b. : the capacity to function in copulation
c. : action attributed to masculine strength and drive
to play soccer requires stamina and virility
d. : a vigorous often dynamic force
literature has lost standards and discipline and at the same time virility — Irving Babbitt
industrial virility in no way mars its gracious and orderly appearance — American Guide Series: Vermont