What does MALES mean?

Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

• Adult human beings who identify as male (plural)
• The male sex or gender (plural)

Pronunciations

• US: /meɪlz/
• UK: /meɪlz/

Origin and Usage

The word "males" is derived from the Latin word "masculus," meaning "masculine." It has been in use in English since the 14th century. "Males" is used to refer to adult human beings who identify as male or the male sex or gender in a plural sense.

Synonyms

• Men
• Gentlemen
• Guys
• Fellows
• Dudes

Related Words

• Femal
• Women
• Girls
• Boys
• Adult

Example Sentences

• The males in the room stood up when the national anthem played.
• There are more males than females in the tech industry.
• He felt comfortable in the company of other males.