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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 (gcide)

machismo \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.
[PJC]

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