hardy

adj 1: having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or

hardships; "hardy explorers of northern Canada";

"proud of her tall stalwart son"; "stout seamen";

"sturdy young athletes" [syn: {stalwart}, {stout}, {sturdy}]

2: resolute and without fear [syn: {doughty}, {fearless}]

3: able to survive under unfavorable conditions; "strawberries

are hardy and easy to grow"; "camels are tough and hardy

creatures"