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Definition of masculinity

masculinity

/ˌmæs.kjəˈlɪn.ə.ti/
mas · cu · lin · i · ty
Adverb:masculinely
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Plural:masculinities
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Adjective:masculine
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• noun

1

The possession of qualities, attributes, behaviors, or social roles traditionally associated with men and boys.

Example

"Modern sociologists study how cultural expectations of masculinity evolve across different generations and societies."

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• Rhymes for masculinity

• Nearby Words

mascot
masculine
masculinely
masculinity
masculinize
masdevallia
mash

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 14th century from Old French masculinite, from Late Latin masculinitas, derived from Latin masculinus ('male, masculine'), itself a diminutive of mas ('male').

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