big and strong; burly.

(of the voice) having a semiwhispered vocal tone; somewhat hoarse, as when speaking with a cold or from grief or passion.

like, covered with, or full of husks.

made in a size meant for the larger or heavier than average boy

size 18 husky pants.

for, pertaining to, or wearing clothing in this size

the husky department; husky boys.

a size of garments meant for the larger or heavier than average boy.

adjective

low , quiet , soft , little , small , thin

adjective

croaking , croaky , growling , gruff , guttural , harsh , hoarse , loud , rasping , raucous , rough , throaty , brawny , gigantic , hefty , herculean * , mighty , muscular , powerful , rugged , sinewy , stalwart , stocky , stout , strapping , strong , sturdy , thickset , well-built , athletic , burly , robust , heavy , hulking , hulky , beefy , big , deep , discordant , dry , overweight , solid