virile

virile definition - medical

vir·ile (vîrˈəl, -īlˌ)

adjective
  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.

The American Heritage® Medical Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

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