masculinized
|mas-cu-li-nized|
/ˈmæskjʊlɪnaɪzd/
(masculinize)
make masculine
Etymology
'masculinize' originates from French, specifically the word 'masculiniser', where 'masculin-' comes from Latin 'masculinus' meaning 'male' (from 'masculus').
'masculinize' changed from French 'masculiniser', which derived from Latin 'masculinus' (from 'masculus'); over time these forms entered English as 'masculinize'.
Initially, related words meant 'of or pertaining to males' or simply 'male'; over time the verb form evolved into the action sense 'to make or render masculine', which is the modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'masculinize' (i.e., to make or become masculine in character, appearance, or role).
They masculinized the lead role for the new adaptation to appeal to a different audience.
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Adjective 1
having been made masculine; showing masculine characteristics or appearing more male in character or appearance.
After the styling and makeup, some performers looked oddly masculinized on stage.
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Last updated: 2025/10/11 02:44