Main Entry: ¹stout

Pronunciation: \ˈstau̇t\

Function: adjective

Etymology: 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

Date: 14th century

1 : strong of character: as a : brave, bold b : firm, determined; also : obstinate, uncompromising
2 : physically or materially strong: a : sturdy, vigorous b : staunch, enduring c : sturdily constructed : substantial
3 : forceful <a stout attack>; also : violent <a stout wind>
4 : bulky in body : fat

synonyms see strong

— stout·ish \ˈstau̇-tish\ adjective

— stout·ly adverb

— stout·ness noun