Meaning of TOUGHNESS
| Pronunciation: | | t'ufnus
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- [n] impressive difficulty
- [n] the elasticity and hardness of a metal object; its ability to absorb considerable energy before cracking
- [n] the property of being big and strong
- [n] enduring strength and energy
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| | Synonyms: | | formidability, huskiness, ruggedness, stamina, staying power, temper |
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| | See Also: | | difficultness, difficulty, elasticity, endurance, strength | |
| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Tough"ness\, n.
The quality or state of being tough.
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