male

male
1. adjective /meɪl/
a) Belonging to the sex which is generally characterized as having the smaller gametes (for species which have two sexes and for which this distinction can be made) which fertilize the female-produced eggs

"While No Doubt are avid fans of the Rolling Stones and even have performed in concerts with them, the Character Manipulation Feature results in an unauthorised performance by the Gwen Stefani avatar in a male voice boasting about having sex with prostitutes," the bands lawyers alleged.

b) Pertaining to or associated with men, or male animals

"Its very complex area," said Bowen-Simpkins, a consultant gynaecologist. "The male hormone is what gives bulk to muscles and bones so they are at an advantage."

2. noun /meɪl/
Someone of male, masculine gender, whether human, (sexual) animal or (sexual) plant

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