Definition of robust
1a : having or exhibiting strength or vigorous health
b : having or showing vigor, strength, or firmness
a robust debate a robust faith
c : strongly formed or constructed : sturdy a robust plastic
d : capable of performing without failure under a wide range of conditions
robust software
3 : requiring strength or vigor
robust work
4 : full-bodied robust coffee also : hearty a robust dinner
5 : relating to, resembling, or being a specialized group of australopithecines characterized especially by heavy molars and small incisors adapted to a vegetarian diet
Note: Robust australopithecines are included in the genus Australopithecus along with gracile forms or placed in the separate genus Paranthropus.
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The first known use of robust was in the 15th century
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