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| Tough |
[Compar.
Tougher (?); superl. Toughest.] [OE.
tough, AS. t h, akin to D. taai, LG. taa,
tage, tau, OHG. z hi, G. z***auml |
Having the quality of flexibility
without brittleness; yielding to force without breaking; capable of
resisting great strain; as, the ligaments of animals are remarkably
tough.
Not easily broken; able to endure hardship;
firm; strong; as, tough sinews.
Not easily separated; viscous; clammy;
tenacious; as, tough phlegm.
Stiff; rigid; not flexible; stubborn; as, a
tough bow.
Severe; violent; as, a tough storm.
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