Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
male
adjective/noun
/meɪl/
Definition
Belonging to the sex that typically produces small, mobile gametes (sperm) in organisms with sexual reproduction.
Examples
- The male lion is known for its majestic mane.
- In many species, the male is more colorful than the female.
- He has a strong male presence in the group.
Meaning
The term ‘male’ refers to the gender of an organism that is usually characterized by the production of sperm and involved in fertilization.
Synonyms
- man
- masculine
- boy
- masher
