hearty

  1. Adjective.  Pertaining to, or proceeding from, the heart; warm; cordial; bold; zealous; sincere; willing; also, energetic; active; eager; as, a hearty welcome; hearty in supporting the government.
  2. Adjective.  Exhibiting strength; sound; healthy; firm; not weak; as, a '''hearty''' timber.
  3. Adjective.  Promoting strength; nourishing; rich; abundant; as, hearty food; a '''hearty''' meal.
  4. Noun.  (obsolete) : Comrade; boon companion; good fellow; -- a term of familiar address and fellowship among sailors. Dickens.

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