rəuˈbʌst adj. (robuster, robustest) 1 (of a
person,
animal, or thing)
strong and sturdy,
esp. in
physique or
construction. 2 (of
exercise,
discipline, etc.)
vigorous, requiring
strength. 3 (of
intellect or
mental attitude)
straightforward,
not given to
nor confused by subtleties. 4 (of a
statement,
reply, etc.)
bold, firm,
unyielding. 5 (of
wine etc.) full-bodied. øørobustly adv. robustness n. [F robuste or L robustus firm and
hard f. robus, robur
oak, strength]