Having the quality of flexibility without brittleness; yielding to force without breaking; capable of resisting great strain; as, the ligaments of animals are remarkably tough
substantially made or constructed; "sturdy steel shelves"; "sturdy canvas"; "a tough all-weather fabric"; "some plastics are as tough as metal"
If someone who is trying to achieve something hangs tough, they remain determined and do not give up, even when there are difficulties or problems. The White House is hanging tough for a good agreement to be reached. tough out to deal with a difficult situation by being determined, rather than leaving or changing your decision
A tough task or problem is difficult to do or solve. It was a very tough decision but we feel we made the right one = hard
Someone who exhibits courage and defience during a conflict. This is usually one of violence or potential violence
what mark-DM says when you are unaware of, dont understand, or disagree with a Worlorn rule that prevents you from accomplishing what you want to do it translates roughly to: if you dont like it, find out why it is so; maybe you can change circumstances, but youre screwed in this place and this time
A tough person is strong and determined, and can tolerate difficulty or suffering. He built up a reputation as a tough businessman She is tough and ambitious. + toughness tough·ness Mrs Potter has won a reputation for toughness and determination on her way to the top
feeling physical discomfort or pain (`tough' is occasionally used colloquially for `bad'); "my throat feels bad"; "she felt bad all over"; "he was feeling tough after a restless night"