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masculine

/mæskjʊˈliːn/ adjective · British & US
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What does masculine mean?

adjective

Having qualities traditionally associated with men, such as strength and aggression. Characteristic of or relating to men.

Example

"The masculine tone of the novel was a departure from the more feminine style of the author's previous works."

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