macho — showing aggressive masculine pride or behavior
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: showing aggressive masculine pride or behavior
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɑːtʃoʊ/
Example Sentences
- He tried to look macho by opening all the pickle jars at the grocery store.
- The macho cowboy refused to admit he was afraid of butterflies.
- His macho behavior often masked his insecurities.
macho
ADJECTIVE[/ˈmɑːtʃoʊ/]
showing aggressive masculine pride or behavior
Showing off aggressive masculine pride
Even macho men melt for Pancho's nachos!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Spanish 'macho', originally meaning 'male' or 'male animal'. The term was borrowed into English in the mid-20th century, where it acquired the connotation of exaggerated or aggressive masculinity.
Breakdown
macho (Spanish: male, masculine) → English: exaggerated or ostentatious masculinity. The word retained its core meaning of maleness while developing a secondary sense of hypermasculine behavior or attitude.
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📝Examples
“He tried to look macho by opening all the pickle jars at the grocery store.”
“The macho cowboy refused to admit he was afraid of butterflies.”
“His macho behavior often masked his insecurities.”
“The company's macho corporate culture discouraged work-life balance.”
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