adj
brawny
Brawny (adj) means characterized by brawn; muscular, thewy; strong.
adj
1
Characterized by brawn; muscular, thewy; strong.
2
Calloused; hardened.
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Etymology
From Middle English brawny; equivalent to brawn + -y.
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What is the meaning of brawny?
"brawny" (adj) means characterized by brawn; muscular, thewy; strong.
What are the different meanings of brawny?
"brawny" has 2 main meanings: 1. Characterized by brawn; muscular, thewy; strong; 2. Calloused; hardened.