Noun: masculinity ,mas-kyu'li-nu-tee
- The properties characteristic of the male sex
"His masculinity was evident in his deep voice and facial hair";
- maleness
- The trait of behaving in ways considered typical for men
"His masculinity was evident in his love for contact sports"
Derived forms: masculinities
Type of: gender, sex, sexuality, trait
Antonym: femininity
Encyclopedia: Masculinity