as in male
of, relating to, or marked by qualities traditionally associated with men
some people consider a deep voice to be a particularly appealing masculine trait
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Recent Examples of masculine
Politics is one arena in which men enact their masculine identities through the endorsement of politicians, parties, and policies that appear tough, strong, and forceful.
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Joan C. Williams
june 13, Literary Hub, 13 June 2025
With collaborator and creative director Alasdair Willis bringing masculine energy to the aesthetic, the brand became increasingly inclusive — some studios now see their clientele consist of over 40% male, which is rarely, if ever, seen in the beauty industry.
—Angela Lei, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
European premium denim brand Closed and Dutch lingerie label Love Stories have teamed up for a capsule collection that blends feminine and masculine elements.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 12 June 2025
Hair was popularly understood to be capable of quickly and reliably conveying important information about a stranger’s core identity—especially their gender (man or woman, masculine or feminine) or their race (African-, European-, or East Asian-descended, or indigenous to North America).
—Literary Hub, 9 June 2025
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Joan C. Williams
june 13, Literary Hub, 13 June 2025
With collaborator and creative director Alasdair Willis bringing masculine energy to the aesthetic, the brand became increasingly inclusive — some studios now see their clientele consist of over 40% male, which is rarely, if ever, seen in the beauty industry.
—Angela Lei, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
European premium denim brand Closed and Dutch lingerie label Love Stories have teamed up for a capsule collection that blends feminine and masculine elements.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 12 June 2025
Hair was popularly understood to be capable of quickly and reliably conveying important information about a stranger’s core identity—especially their gender (man or woman, masculine or feminine) or their race (African-, European-, or East Asian-descended, or indigenous to North America).
—Literary Hub, 9 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for masculine
male
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The Buck Moon gets its name from the time of year in North America when male deer, known as bucks, begin to grow out their antlers.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
7 July 2025
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Both male and female patients who had injuries to hands, face, feet, arms and legs.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 July 2025
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“Masculine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/masculine. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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