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hearty
1. adj. warm and cordial towards another person
a hearty welcome;  hearty in supporting the government.
2. adj. energetic, active or eager
3. adj. Exhibiting strength; firm
a hearty handshake;  a hearty timber
4. adj. Promoting strength; nourishing.
hearty food;  a hearty meal
5. n. (obsolete, or jocular nautical) a term of familiar address and fellowship among sailors.

Example Sentences

When the long, hearty dinner was over, the guests began dancing and singing.

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