HE'ARTY, adjective Having the heart engaged in any thing; sincere; warm; zealous; as, to be hearty in support of government. 1. Proceeding from the heart; sincere; warm; as a hearty welcome. 2. Being full of health; sound; strong; healthy; as a hearty man. 3. Strong; durable; as hearty timber. [Not used in America.] 4. Having a keen appetite; eating much; as a hearty eater. 5. Strong; nourishing; as hearty food.
Source: Webster's 1828 American Dictionary ↗ · public-domain · returned verbatim, no AI