stout meaning and definition

STOUT noun

Definition of stout (noun)

1. a strong very dark heavy-bodied ale made from pale malt and roasted unmalted barley and (often) caramel malt with hops
2. a garment size for a large or heavy person

STOUT adjective

Definition of stout (adjective)

1. dependable
   • "the stalwart citizens at Lexington"; "a stalwart supporter of the UN"; "stout hearts"
   • synonyms: stalwart
2. euphemisms for `fat'
   • "men are portly and women are stout"
   • synonyms: portly
3. having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships
   • "hardy explorers of northern Canada"; "proud of her tall stalwart son"; "stout seamen"; "sturdy young athletes"
   • synonyms: hardy, stalwart, sturdy