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manliness

/man-lee/US // ˈmæn li //UK // (ˈmænlɪ) //

男子气概,男子汉气概,男人气概,男子汉大丈夫气概

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Definitions

adj.形容词 adjective
  1. 1

    man·li·er, man·li·est.

    • : having qualities traditionally ascribed to men, as strength or bravery.
    • : pertaining to or suitable for males: manly sports.
adv.副词 adverb
  1. 1
    • : Archaic. in a manly manner.

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Examples

  • Later, after taking his own shirt off in a supposed show of manliness, Dre freaked out when Andre Jr. copied him.

  • Another tradition of manliness would point them toward discipline, sacrifice, and self-denial.

  • The reason, Foster argues, is that impotence implies a lack of virility, a lack of manliness.

  • Perched atop a mountain of wavy, pulled-back hair is a mangled ball of manliness, a holdover from the days of the samurai.

  • No, this is about which conservative leaders ooze a stereotypical, gut-level manliness.

  • He should have manliness enough to resist all their pretty arts, and enticing ways.

  • The Persians, next to bravery in battle, considered the greatest proof of manliness was to be able to exhibit many children.

  • He was very much subdued, but his companions appreciated his manliness, and gave him a warm welcome.

  • Even at that early age he was remarkable for the manliness of his mind.

  • "Showed his good sense and manliness," said the Doctor gruffly.