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machismo
CIDE DICTIONARY
machismo, n.
- A strong, and by some considered exaggerated, sense of manly pride, associated with an attitude that the proper expression of masculinity includes virility, courage, and an entitlement to dominate, especially over women. [PJC]
- An exaggerated sense of power entitling one to dominate others; as, the civilian authorities occasionally need to rein in the military's machismo. [PJC]
OXFORD DICTIONARY
machismo, n. exaggeratedly assertive manliness; a show of masculinity.
Etymology
Sp. f. macho MALE f. L masculus
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