Definition of "masculinity" []

• The quality or condition of being masculine. (noun)
• Something traditionally considered to be characteristic of a male. (noun)

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• "GROSS: In the movie, I should say, his masculinity is always being called into question."
• "Extreme masculinity is presented as a sane response to an insane world."
• "Glenn Ingersoll said ... masculinity is so fragile -- it's one dress away from complete destruction!"