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Meaning of brawny
Having a strong and muscular body
Etymology of brawny
The word "brawny" has its roots in the 16th-century word "brawn", which referred to the flesh of an animal, especially when cooked, and by extension, to physical strength or muscle
The term "brawny" emerged as an adjective to describe someone with a strong and muscular physique, likely influenced by the idea of "brawn" as a source of physical power
Synonyms
strong
muscular
powerful
robust
sturdy
athletic
vigorous
potent
intense
forceful
energetic
dynamic
hefty
husky
burly
beefy
rugged
tough
stalwart
braw
strapping
lusty
red-blooded
virile
manly
herculean
gigantic
colossal
massive
immense
enormous
gigantic
monumental
towering
imposing
formidable
puissant
mighty
invincible
indomitable
unyielding
unwavering
unrelenting
unshakeable
Definitions
- Having a strong and muscular body, typically as a result of physical exercise or hard physical work
- * Having or showing a lot of physical strength or energy
Usage Examples
- The brawny athlete dominated the competition with his impressive physique and strength
- * The construction worker's brawny arms were a result of years of lifting heavy loads on the job