manlike

English

Etymology

From man +‎ -like.

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA: /ˈmanlʌɪk/

Adjective

manlike (comparative more manlike, superlative most manlike)

1. Of or characteristic of grown men, as opposed to women or children; macho, mannish, virile.
   • 1603, John Florio, translating Michel de Montaigne, Essays, II.17:

     In events, I carry my selfe man-like; in the conduct childishly.

2. Of or relating to a human being; anthropoid, anthropomorphous.

   The legendary Bigfoot is said to be a manlike creature.