oxlike
Sturdy and stolid
Resembling or characteristic of an ox—large, slow, and stolid.
The word suggests patient strength combined with dull plodding: He had an oxlike patience for repetitive work.
Can describe physical bulk or temperament: oxlike shoulders, an oxlike gaze.
Having well-developed sinews
- powerfulHaving great strength
- robustStrong and durable
- brawnyPhysically powerful, well-muscled
- mightyHaving great power
burly · hulking · strapping · hefty · stalwart · vigorous · bovine · lumbering
Able to wait calmly
- stoicUncomplaining endurer of hardship
- docileEasily controlled or taught
- placidCalm, undisturbed
- uncomplainingNot expressing dissatisfaction
forbearing · phlegmatic · imperturbable · unflappable · calm · plodding · steady · gentle
Solidly built, durable
- durableAble to withstand use
- resilientAble to recover quickly
- toughDurable and strong
- hardyAble to endure difficulty
tireless · indefatigable · dependable · reliable · unyielding · rugged · steadfast · unwavering
muscular
Having well-developed sinews
mighty · burly · hulking · strapping · hefty · stalwart · vigorous · bovine · lumbering · massive
patient
Able to wait calmly
uncomplaining · forbearing · phlegmatic · imperturbable · unflappable · calm · plodding · steady · gentle · meek
sturdy
Solidly built, durable
hardy · tireless · indefatigable · dependable · reliable · unyielding · rugged · steadfast · unwavering · persistent
plow
Tool for turning soil
- yokeCrosspiece binding draft animals
- draftPreliminary version of text
- harnessStraps controlling an animal
furrow · tillage · cart · team · pasture · husbandry · goad · muzzle · stall · bullock