masculine
Translation
masculine, male
Examples
He has a very masculine voice.
He has a very masculine voice.
That is a traditionally masculine role.
That is a traditionally masculine role.
Grammar Patterns
masculine ((noun)) (adjective) having qualities traditionally associated with men He has a very masculine voice.
Similar Words
Synonyms: manly, virile, male; Antonyms: feminine
Etymology
From Latin 'masculinus', from 'masculus' meaning 'male'.
Memory Tips
It sounds a bit like 'muscle-in'. Think of someone with big muscles, a stereotypically masculine trait.