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macho

Syllabification: (ma·cho)
Pronunciation: /ˈmäCHō/

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Definition of macho

adjective

  • showing aggressive pride in one’s masculinity:the big macho tough guy

noun (plural machos)

  • a man who is aggressively proud of his masculinity.
  • machismo.

Origin:

1920s: Mexican Spanish, 'masculine or vigorous', from Latin masculus

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