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Definition of manly adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

manly

adjective
 
/ˈmænli/
 
/ˈmænli/
(usually approving)
(comparative manlier, superlative manliest)
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  1. having the qualities or physical features that are admired or expected in a man
    • the traditional manly virtues of courage and strength
    • He looked so manly in his uniform.
    • manly shoulders
    Oxford Collocations DictionaryManly is used with these nouns:
    • chest
    • man
    • virtue
    See full entry
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