stout

(noun) a strong very dark heavy-bodied ale made from pale malt and roasted unmalted barley and (often) caramel malt with hops.

(noun) a garment size for a large or heavy person.

(adj) dependable. Synonyms: stalwart. Examples: "The stalwart citizens at lexington." "A stalwart supporter of the un." "Stout hearts."

(adj) euphemisms for `fat'. Synonyms: portly. Example: "Men are portly and women are stout."

(adj) having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships. Synonyms: hardy, stalwart, sturdy. Examples: "Hardy explorers of northern canada." "Proud of her tall stalwart son." "Stout seamen." "Sturdy young athletes."