First Known Use: 14th century
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1stout
adjective \ˈstau̇t\
: thick and strong
: having a large body that is wide with fat or muscles
: brave and strong
Full Definition of STOUT
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: physically or materially strong: a : sturdy, vigorous b : staunch, enduring c : sturdily constructed : substantial
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Origin of STOUT
Middle English, from Anglo-French estut, estout, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German stolz proud; perhaps akin to Old High German stelza stilt — more at stilt
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Synonym Discussion of STOUT
strong, stout, sturdy, stalwart, tough, tenacious mean showing power to resist or to endure. strong may imply power derived from muscular vigor, large size, structural soundness, intellectual or spiritual resources <strong arms> <the defense has a strong case>. stout suggests an ability to endure stress, pain, or hard use without giving way <stout hiking boots>. sturdy implies strength derived from vigorous growth, determination of spirit, solidity of construction <a sturdy table> <people of sturdy independence>. stalwart suggests an unshakable dependability <stalwart environmentalists>. tough implies great firmness and resiliency <a tough political opponent>. tenacious suggests strength in seizing, retaining, clinging to, or holding together <tenacious farmers clinging to an age-old way of life>.
2stout
noun
: a very dark, heavy beer
Full Definition of STOUT
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: a very dark full-bodied ale with a distinctive malty flavor
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a : a fat person b : a clothing size designed for the large figure
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First Known Use of STOUT
1677
STOUT Defined for Kids
stout
adjective \ˈstau̇t\
stout·erstout·est
Definition of STOUT for Kids
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: of strong character : brave, determined <a stout general>
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: having a large body with much fat <a stout gentleman>
4
: wide and usually thick <a stout bill>
— stout·ly adverb <a stoutly built barn>
— stout·ness noun
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