Masculine Definition & Meaning

masculine
adjective
  1. of grammatical gender
  2. associated with men and not with women
  3. (music or poetry) ending on an accented beat or syllable; "a masculine cadence"; "the masculine rhyme of `annoy, enjoy'"
noun
  1. a gender that refers chiefly (but not exclusively) to males or to objects classified as male

"Masculine" in song lyrics

See how masculine is used in real songs:

  • "Steal a car or start a fight, do something that's masculine"
    K-Rino — Killin' the Game
  • "But as you can see by lookin, there's nothin here masculine"
    MC Peaches — More Than Just a Pretty Face
  • "gettin cream, got you on me like I'm docked on masculine"
    Silk-E — All Out

Usage tips for "masculine"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "masculine" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for masculine to find words that pair well.

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