male
//meɪl//
Adjective
maleCanonical form
1
Of or denoting the sex that produces small, typically mobile gametes (sperm) with which a female may be fertilized or inseminated to produce offspring
The male lion has a distinctive mane.
2
Relating to or characteristic of men or boys
He has a deep male voice.
3
(of a plant or flower) bearing stamens but lacking functional pistils
Male flowers produce pollen but do not develop into fruit.
4
(of a fitting or connector) designed to fit into a corresponding female part
Connect the male plug to the female socket.
Antonym
Noun
maleSingular
malesPlural
1
A male person, animal, or plant
The male of this species is larger than the female.