Manly Definition

mănlē
manlier, manliest
adjective
manlier, manliest
Of, relating to, or characteristic of men, especially when considered traditionally masculine, as in being courageous or direct.
American Heritage
Having the qualities generally regarded as those that a man should have; virile; strong, brave, resolute, honorable, etc.
Webster's New World
Well-developed or toned in musculature.
A manly physique.
American Heritage
Fit for a man; masculine.
Manly sports.
Webster's New World
adverb
In a manly way.
Webster's New World
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Other Word Forms of Manly

Adjective

Base Form:
manly
Comparative:
manlier
Superlative:
manliest

Origin of Manly

  • man +"Ž -ly

    From Wiktionary

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