manly

Definition of Manly in English :

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Adjective

1. manful, manlike, manly

possessing qualities befitting a man

2. male, manful, manlike, manly, virile

characteristic of a man

Example Sentences:
'a deep male voice'
'manly sports'

Adverb

3. manfully, manly

in a manful manner; with qualities thought to befit a man

Example Sentences:
'having said her say Peggy manfully shouldered her burden and prepared to break up yet another home'

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Manly

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adjective -lier or -liest

1.

possessing qualities, such as vigour or courage, generally regarded as appropriate to or typical of a man; masculine

2.

characteristic of or befitting a man

a manly sport

Manly

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adjectiveWord forms: ˈmanlier or ˈmanliest

1.

having the qualities generally regarded as those that a man should have; virile; strong, brave, resolute, honorable, etc.

2.

fit for a man; masculine

manly sports

adverb

3. Obsolete

in a manly way

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adj. man·li·er, man·li·est

1. Of, relating to, or characteristic of men, especially when considered traditionally masculine, as in being courageous or direct: "Few men who are just about to go off on an adventure can resist a manly swig from a convenient bottle of whisky" (Jane Stevenson).

2. Well-developed or toned in musculature: a manly physique.

adv.

In a manly manner.

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