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stockily

/ˈstɒk.ɪ.li/

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adverb

/ˈstɒk.ɪ.li/C1formal
  • ruНаречие, означающее 'коренастым образом' — то есть с крепким, плотным и широкоплечим телосложением. Описывает то, как кто-то двигается или стоит, подчеркивая приземистую или массивную фигуру.

An adverb meaning 'in a stocky manner' — that is, with a solid, sturdy, and broad-shouldered build. It describes the way someone moves or stands, emphasizing a thick-set or heavily built physique.

  1. In a stocky mannerB2formal

    In a way that describes a person's build as broad, sturdy, and thick-set.

    ruКоренасто

    • He was built stockily, with broad shoulders and a strong frame.
    • The guard stood stockily at the entrance, blocking the way.
    • She moved stockily through the crowd, her solid frame parting the people.

    Synonymsrobustlysolidlysturdily

    Antonymsslenderlyslightlythinly

Forms
  • more stockily comparative form
  • most stockily superlative form