Definition

To make someone or something have qualities or characteristics that are typically associated with men or masculinity.

Example

The treatment was designed to masculinize the patient's physical appearance.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I read an article about how some people choose to masculinize their appearance.

Oh really? That's interesting, what did it say?

It mentioned different methods people use to masculinize their features, like hormone therapy.

Wow, I didn't know there were so many options out there!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Masculinize → It is formed from "masculinus" (from Latin, meaning male or manly) and "-ize" (a suffix used to form verbs indicating to make or to become). The word "masculinize" means to make something male or to give it male characteristics.

Memory Tip

Think of 'male' or 'manly' ('masculinus') and remember that 'masculinize' means to make something more male or manly.

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