Definition
burly
adjective
- having a large, strong, heavy build; muscular and stocky
Examples
- The burly bouncer stood at the club entrance.
- A burly construction worker lifted the heavy beam.
- The burly football player dominated the field.
- She hired a burly man to help move the furniture.
- The burly lumberjack swung his axe with ease.
- A burly security guard patrolled the building.