Definition of 'manly'

Adjective

1. possessing qualities befitting a man
      Synonyms: manful manlike
      Antonyms: unmanly unmanful unmanlike
2. characteristic of a man; "a deep male voice"; "manly sports"
      Synonyms: male manful manlike virile

Adverb

1. in a manful manner; with qualities thought to befit a man; "having said her say Peggy manfully shouldered her burden and prepared to break up yet another home"
      Synonyms: manfully
      Antonyms: unmanfully unmanly

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