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Word: Tough
Speech Type: Adjective
Old English tōh, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch taai and German zäh
tʌf
(of a substance or object) strong enough to withstand adverse conditions or rough handling
Short Definition:strong enough to withstand adverse conditions
Examples:- tough rucksacks for climbers
able to endure hardship or pain
Short Definition:able to endure hardship or pain
Examples:- she was as tough as old boots
demonstrating a strict and uncompromising approach
Short Definition:demonstrating strict and uncompromising approach
Examples:- police have been getting tough with drivers
- tough new laws on tobacco advertising
strong and prone to violence
Short Definition:strong and prone to violence
Examples:- tough young teenagers
Word: Tough
Speech Type: Noun
tʌf
a rough and violent man
Short Definition:rough and violent man
Examples:- a gang of toughs
Word: Tough
Speech Type: Verb
tʌf
endure a period of hardship or difficulty.
Short Definition:endure period of hardship or difficulty
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