male's
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/meɪlz/
(male)
male gender
Etymology
Etymology Information
'male' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'masle', where 'masle' meant 'male'.
Historical Evolution
'masle' transformed into the Middle English word 'male', and eventually became the modern English word 'male'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'of the male sex', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
possessive form of 'male', indicating something that belongs to or is associated with a male.
The male's jacket was left on the chair.
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45