What is the meaning of Hardy?

United States slapstick comedian who played the pompous and overbearing member of the Laurel and Hardy duo who made many films (1892-1957.
- synonyms: Oliver Hardy
English novelist and poet (1840-1928.
- synonyms: Thomas Hardy

Having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships.
- usage: "hardy explorers of northern Canada"; "proud of her tall stalwart son"; "stout seamen"; "sturdy young athletes"
- synonyms: stalwart, stout, sturdy
Able to survive under unfavorable weather conditions.
- usage: "strawberries are hardy and easy to grow"; "camels are tough and hardy creatures"
Invulnerable to fear or intimidation.
- usage: "audacious explorers"; "fearless reporters and photographers"; "intrepid pioneers"
- synonyms: audacious, brave, dauntless, fearless, intrepid, unfearing

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