Masc
/mæsk/noun
A colloquial term often used to describe masculinity or masculine traits.
Did you know?The term 'masc' is derived from 'masculine', which has been linked to ancient rites of passage celebrating male strength and dominance in various cultures.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*masḱu-
“related to male or manly traits.”
Latin
Latin
masculus
“male, manly, or pertaining to men.”
Old French
Old French
masculin
“of or pertaining to men; manly.”
Middle English
Middle English
masculin
“of the male gender; manly.”
Modern English
English
masc
“abbreviated form of masculine, used in contemporary slang.”