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   Bur·ly

   /ˈbərlē/

   

   adjective

   • 1. (of a person) large and strong; heavily built: "I saw a burly figure approaching"

   Word Origin Middle English (in the sense ‘dignified, imposing’): probably from an unrecorded Old English word meaning ‘stately, fit for the bower’ (see bower1, -ly1).

   Derivatives

   • 1. burliness noun

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   What does burly mean in English?

   • Origin burly (1300-1400) burly “noble, impressive” ((13-17 centuries)), perhaps from an unrecorded Old English borlic “excellent” burly meaning, definition, what is burly: a burly man is big and strong: Learn more.

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   What does a burly man mean?

   • A burly man is large and strong. (Definition of burly from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) 高大結實的，魁梧的… 高大结实的，魁梧的… fornido, musculoso, corpulento… corpulento, robusto… Need a translator? Get a quick, free translation! BURLY meaning: A burly man is large and strong.. Learn more.

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   What does Hurly Burly mean?

   • Etymology and Origins(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: Hurly-burly. An expression derived from the tumult of ancient warfare, with especial reference to the hurling of spears and battle-axes. The witches in Macbeth say: “When the hurly-burly’s done, When the battle’s lost and won.”.

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   What is another word for a burly cop?

   • sturdy: a couple of burly cops. sturdy. brusque. bur′li•ness, n. 1. strapping, stocky, brawny, thickset, beefy, hefty. 1. puny, weak, frail. Synonyms: husky, stout, beefy, brawny, strong, more... Visit the English Only Forum. Help WordReference: Ask in the forums yourself.

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   Definition of burly – Learner’s Dictionary. burly. adjective. uk / ˈbɜːli / us. Add to word list. A burly man is large and strong. (Definition of burly from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Translations of burly. in Chinese (Traditional) 高大結實的，魁梧的… See more. in Chinese (Simplified) 高大结实的，魁梧的… See more. in Spanish.

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   Check pronunciation: burly. Definition of burly adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   Definitions of 'burly' A burly man has a broad body and strong muscles. [...] More. Pronunciations of 'burly' American English: bɜrli British English: bɜːʳli. More. Synonyms of 'burly' • brawny, strong, powerful, big [...] More. Examples of 'burly' in a sentence.

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   Origin burly (1300-1400) burly “noble, impressive” ((13-17 centuries)), perhaps from an unrecorded Old English borlic “excellent”. burly meaning, definition, what is burly: a burly man is big and strong: Learn more.

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   hurly–burly (noun) burly / ˈ bɚli/ adjective. burlier; burliest. Britannica Dictionary definition of BURLY. [or more burly; most burly] of a man. : strong and heavy : husky. a big, burly man. BURLY meaning: strong and heavy husky.

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   1. strapping, stocky, brawny, thickset, beefy, hefty. 1. puny, weak, frail. Collins Concise English Dictionary © HarperCollins Publishers:: burly /ˈbɜːlɪ/ adj ( -lier, -liest) large and thick of build; sturdy; stout. Etymology: 13th Century: of Germanic origin; compare Old High German burlīh lofty. ˈburliness n.

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   What does the word burly mean? There are six meanings listed in OED's entry for the word burly, three of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. burly has developed meanings and uses in subjects including. costume (mid 1600s) wool (mid 1600s) Entry status.