virile /vir·ile/ (vir´il)
virile
virile [vir´il]
1. masculine.
2. specifically, having male copulative power.
vir·ile (vîr  l, - l )adj. 1. Of, relating to, or having the characteristics of an adult male, especially the ability to perform sexually as a male. 2. Having or showing masculine spirit, strength, vigor, or power. 3. Sexually potent. |
virile
[vir′əl]
Etymology: L, virilis, masculine
1 pertaining to or characteristic of an adult male; masculine; manly.
2 possessing or exhibiting masculine strength, vigor, force, or energy.
3 pertaining to the male sexual functions; capable of procreation. Compare virilism. virility, n.
virile [vir´il]
specifically, having male copulative power.
virile
1. peculiar to men or the male sex.
2. possessing masculine traits, especially copulative power.
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