manlike

Definition

Of or characteristic of grown men, as opposed to women or children; macho, mannish, virile.

Etymology

From man + -like.

Example Sentences

• "In events, I carry my selfe man-like; in the conduct childishly."
• "The legendary Bigfoot is said to be a manlike creature."
• ""In heaven's name, what is it?" he asked. "We have been asked not to photograph it. Possibly the light would infuriate it. The command through the medium was definite. We can only say that it is either an ape-like man or a man-like ape.""