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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Manly \Man"ly\, a. [Compar. {Manlier}; superl. {Manliest}.] [Man
+ -ly. Cf. {Manlike}.]
Having qualities becoming to a man; not childish or womanish;
manlike, esp. brave, courageous, resolute, noble.
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Let's briefly put on manly readiness. --Shak.
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Serene and manly, hardened to sustain
The load of life. --Dryden.
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Syn: Bold; daring; brave; courageous; firm; undaunted; hardy;
dignified; stately.
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