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halsstarrig — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • dour adjective Stern, unfriendly, and serious in manner or expression.
  • refractory adj Stubborn and difficult to control, refusing to do what is wanted.

Senses

halsstarrig is used for these senses in English:

  • dour Unyielding and obstinate.
  • refractory Obstinate and unruly; strongly opposed to something.

dour — full definition

  1. adjective Stern, unfriendly, and serious in manner or expression.
  2. adjective Gloomy or grim.

refractory — full definition

  1. adj Stubborn and difficult to control, refusing to do what is wanted.
  2. adj Able to withstand very high temperatures without being damaged.
  3. adj (medicine) Not responding well to treatment.
  4. adj Unable to react or respond to a stimulus.
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