stouten

[ stout-n ]

verb (used with object)

1. to make stout.

verb (used without object)

1. to grow stout.

Word History and Origins

Origin of stouten¹

First recorded in 1825–35; stout + -en ¹

Example Sentences

Men may surely learn how to stouten their legs, as well as to improve their stockings.

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