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Definition of maleness

maleness

/ˈmeɪlnəs/
male · ness
Adjective:male
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• noun

1

The state, quality, or condition of being biologically male; the possession of physical or physiological characteristics distinctive to the male sex.

Example

"In mammals, biological maleness is typically determined by the presence of the Y chromosome."

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Word Nuance & Usage

"Maleness" typically refers to biological sex characteristics or the state of being biologically male, whereas "masculinity" refers more broadly to the social, cultural, and behavioral traits associated with men and boys.

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maldives
male
malefaction
maleness
malevolence
malevolent
malevolently

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Maleness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/maleness
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