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Meaning of the word brawny in English

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brawny

US /ˈbrɑː.ni/

UK /ˈbrɔː.ni/

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Adjective

physically strong; muscular

Example:

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The brawny construction worker easily lifted the heavy beam.

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He had a brawny physique, perfect for a rugby player.

Synonym:

muscular strong strapping burly hefty

Antonym:

weak frail scrawny puny feeble

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