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1manly

adverb man·ly \ˈman-lē\

Definition of MANLY

:  in a manly manner
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First Known Use of MANLY

before 12th century

2manly

adjective

: having or showing qualities (such as strength or courage) that are expected in a man

man·li·erman·li·est

Full Definition of MANLY

1
:  having qualities generally associated with a man :  strong, virile
2
:  appropriate in character to a man <manly sports>
— man·li·ness noun
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First Known Use of MANLY

13th century

Related to MANLY

Synonyms
male, manlike, masculine, mannish, man-size (or man-sized), virile
Antonyms
unmanly, unmasculine
MANLY Defined for Kids

manly

adjective man·ly \ˈman-lē\
man·li·erman·li·est

Definition of MANLY for Kids

:  having or showing qualities (as strength or courage) often felt to be proper for a man <a manly voice>
— man·li·ness noun

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