definition of
[stout]

[1] #1 stout s. [stalwart] dependable; "the stalwart citizens at Lexington"; "a stalwart supporter of the UN"; "stout hearts". wn

[2] #2 stout s. [portly] euphemisms for 'fat'; "men are portly and women are stout". wn

[3] #3 stout s. [hardy, stalwart, sturdy] having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships; "hardy explorers of northern Canada"; "proud of her tall stalwart son"; "stout seamen"; "sturdy young athletes". wn

[4] #4 stout n. a strong very dark heavy-bodied ale made from pale malt and roasted unmalted barley and (often) caramel malt with hops. wn

[5] #5 stout n. a garment size for a large or heavy person. wn