burly
Translation
burly, stocky, sturdy, brawny
Examples
A burly security guard stood by the door.
A burly security guard stood by the door.
Grammar Patterns
a burly ((noun)) a large and strong (person) A burly security guard stood by the door.
Similar Words
Synonyms: brawny, hefty, muscular, sturdy; Antonyms: slender, frail, skinny
Etymology
Origin uncertain, possibly related to Old English 'borlic' (excellent, noble).
Memory Tips
Imagine a big, 'burly' bear. The sound 'bur' sounds heavy and strong.