tough
Pronunciation:
/tʌf/noun
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A person who obtains things by force; a thug or bully.
Example: They were doing fine until they encountered a bunch of toughs from the opposition.
verb
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To endure.
To toughen.
adjective
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Strong and resilient; sturdy.
Example: The tent, made of tough canvas, held up to many abuses.
(of food) Difficult to cut or chew.
Example: To soften a tough cut of meat, the recipe suggested simmering it for hours.
Rugged or physically hardy.
Example: Only a tough species will survive in the desert.
Stubborn.
Example: He had a reputation as a tough negotiator.
interjection
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Used to indicate lack of sympathy
Example: If you don't like it, tough!