husky
adjective/ˈhʌski/
/ˈhʌski/
(comparative huskier, superlative huskiest)
- (of a person or their voice) sounding deep, quiet and rough, sometimes in an attractive way
- She spoke in a husky whisper.
- Your voice has gone all husky.
- Sorry, I’m a bit husky today—I’ve got a sore throat.
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- (North American English) with a large, strong body
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