First Known Use: 15th century
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virile
adjective vir·ile \ˈvir-əl, ˈvir-ˌī(-ə)l, British also ˈvī(-ə)r-ˌī(-ə)l\
: having or suggesting qualities (such as strength and sexual energy) that are associated with men and that are usually considered attractive in men
Full Definition of VIRILE
1
: having the nature, properties, or qualities of an adult male; specifically : capable of functioning as a male in copulation
3
a : characteristic of or associated with men : masculine b : having traditionally masculine traits especially to a marked degree
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Origin of VIRILE
Middle French or Latin; Middle French viril, from Latin virilis, from vir man, male; akin to Old English & Old High German wer man, Sanskrit vīra
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virile
adjective vir·ile \ˈvir-əl, ˈvir-ˌīl\
Definition of VIRILE for Kids
: having qualities generally associated with men
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virile
adjective vir·ile \ˈvir-əl, ˈvi(ə)r-ˌīl, British also ˈvī(ə)r-ˌīl\
Medical Definition of VIRILE
1
: having the nature, properties, or qualities of an adult male; specifically : capable of functioning as a male in copulation
2
: characteristic of or associated with men : masculine
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