manly Meaning, Definition & Usage
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adjective possessing qualities befitting a man
manlike; manful.
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adjective satellite characteristic of a man
manful; male; manlike; virile.
- a deep male voice
- manly sports
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adverb in a manful manner; with qualities thought to befit a man
manfully.
- having said her say Peggy manfully shouldered her burden and prepared to break up yet another home
WordNet
Man"ly adjective
Etymology
Wordforms
Definitions
Having qualities becoming to a man; not childish or womanish; manlike, esp. brave, courageous, resolute, noble. Let's briefly put on manly readiness. Shak.
Serene and manly, hardened to sustain The load of life. Dryden.
Syn. -- Bold; daring; brave; courageous; firm; undaunted; hardy; dignified; stately.
Man"ly adverb
Definitions
In a manly manner; with the courage and fortitude of a manly man; as, to act .manly