MANLY


Meaning of MANLY in English

(manlier, manliest)

If you describe a man’s behaviour or appearance as ~, you approve of it because it shows qualities that are considered typical of a man, such as strength or courage.

He was the ideal of ~ beauty.

ADJ: usu ADJ n approval

manliness

He has no doubts about his manliness.

N-UNCOUNT: poss N

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