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hearty

/ˈhɑɹti/ adjective

adjective Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about hearty at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

  1. Showing warm and heartfelt friendliness.
    gave us a cordial reception
  2. Providing abundant nourishment.
    a hearty meal
  3. Endowed with or exhibiting great bodily or mental health.
    a hearty glow of health

Origin

Equivalent to heart + -y.

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