| 释义 |
bur·ly
I. \ˈbərlē, ˈbə̄l-, ˈbəil-, -li\ adjective
(usually -er/-est)
Etymology: Middle English burly, borlich; probably akin to Old English borlīce extremely, excellently, Old High German burlīh lofty; derivative from the root of Old English beran to carry — more at bear
1. : strongly built : stout, sturdy
< burly 205-pound … blocking quarterback — Eddie Beachler >
< his burly ship slashed through 4-foot-thick ice — R.E.Byrd >
2. : heartily frank or direct especially in manner : rough-and-ready, bluff, forthright
< an evocative story less burly than the real thing but entertaining — E.A.Weeks >
II. noun
(-es)
slang : one of burly frame; specifically : tramp |