built like a tank

English

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Adjective

built like a tank (not comparable)

1. (slang, of a man) Broad-shouldered and of solid, muscular build.

   Standing 6'8" and built like a tank, Adam was not a man to be messed with.

2. (slang, of a vehicle, machine, building, etc.) Sturdy; exceptionally well constructed.

See also

• built like a brick shithouse