English dictionary
manly
/'m/&/nl/i/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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possessing qualities befitting a man
Source: WordNet 3.0
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Having qualities becoming to a man; not childish or womanish; manlike, esp. brave, courageous, resolute, noble.
Source: webster1913
adverb
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in a manful manner; with qualities thought to befit a man
Synonyms manfullySource: WordNet 3.0
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In a manly manner; with the courage and fortitude of a manly man; as, to act <i>manly</i>.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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characteristic of a man
ExamplesManly sports.
Source: WordNet 3.0