male-dominated

The word is a modern English compound adjective, formed in the 20th century to describe social and professional structures. The first element, 'male', traces back to Latin masculus, derived from mas (male). The second element, 'dominated', originates from the Latin verb dominari (to be master, to rule), itself from dominus (master, lord), a term of authority from the Proto-Indo-European root dem- (house, household). The suffix '-ed' converts the verbal concept into a descriptive adjective. Thus, the term's literal construction—'controlled in a male manner'—logically evolved to describe any sphere where men hold the predominant power, influence, or numerical majority.

Structure: male (male) + dominate (to control) + ed (adjective suffix) - male: From Latin masculus (male, masculine). In this compound, it functions as a noun modifier specifying the gender. - dominate: From Latin dominatus, past participle of dominari (to rule, govern). In this compound, it functions as the core verb meaning 'to control'. - ed: A native English suffix forming adjectives from verbs or nouns, indicating a state or condition.