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husk·y1
 husky1
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- pronunciation:
- huhs
ki
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| inflections: |
huskier, huskiest |
| definition 1: |
big and strong.
Our football team is made up of husky young men.- synonyms:
- burly, muscular
- antonyms:
- puny
- similar words:
- rugged, strong
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| definition 2: |
somewhat rough or gruff sounding.
My dog obeys when I use a husky voice.- synonyms:
- gruff, hoarse, rasping
- antonyms:
- shrill
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| related words: |
robust |
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| derivations: |
huskily (adv.), huskiness (n.) |
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