males

noun

Definition of malesnext
plural of male
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an adult male human being research shows that more males than females are responding positively to the new ad campaign

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Recent Examples of males In 2021, 12 pairs of burrowing owls — 12 males and 12 females — were introduced to the grasslands. — Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Apr. 2025 One of the most shocking revelations from the series is that a majority of subscribers to YouTube channels and videos featuring kids are actually adult males. — Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 9 Apr. 2025 Nutrient needs differ between males and females. — Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 9 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for males
  1. guys
  2. gentlemen
  3. men
Noun
  • But Giannis, that’s where the discussion about you guys is so interesting.
    — Sam Amick, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
  • Most of the guys that are on the bubble have lived with this build-up over the course of six weeks.
    — Cody Stavenhagen, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
Definition of guys
Noun
  • Notable modern-day gentlemen attendees included Joe Burrow, Reggie Bush and reality stars Joey Graziadei, Blake Horstmann, and Jason Tartick.
    — Kathleen Newman-Bremang, refinery29.com, 10 Feb. 2025
  • The Weeknd nearly ruins the weekend Ladies and gentlemen, the… weakest link of the night?
    — Gerrad Hall, EW.com, 3 Feb. 2025
Definition of gentlemen
Noun
  • In Saturday’s reverse fixture, the result was the same, but in favour of Hansi Flick’s men.
    — Laia Cervelló Herrero, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
  • Both men are ready for a memorable Sunday duel.
    — Steve Silverman, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Definition of men

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