manliness

/ˈmænlinɪs/
/ˈmænlinɛs/
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Definitions of manliness
  1. noun
    the trait of being manly; having the characteristics of an adult male
    synonyms: manfulness, virility
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    type of:
    masculinity
    the trait of behaving in ways considered typical for men
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