macho
|ma-cho|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈmɑːtʃoʊ/
🇬🇧
/ˈmætʃəʊ/
exaggerated masculinity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'macho' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'macho,' where 'macho' meant 'male' or 'masculine.'
Historical Evolution
'macho' was borrowed directly from Spanish into English, retaining its original meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'male' or 'masculine,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'exaggerated masculinity.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45