machismo
Definition of machismo
n.
1.
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
.
2.
An
exaggerated
sense
of
power
entitling
one
to
dominate
others
;
as
,
the
civilian
authorities
occasionally
need
to
rein
in
the
military
'
s
machismo
.
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