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hearty

Meaning of “hearty”

Sincere and earnest.

Definition sources

KJV context and cross-referencesWebster 1828
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First occurrence: Proverbs 27:9

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Proverbs 27:9
Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart: so doth the sweetness of a man’s friend by hearty counsel.
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The 1611 reading & marginal notes
1611 witness · Proverbs 27:9 · retained source text

Oyntment and perfume reioyce the heart: so doeth the sweetnesse of a mans friend by heartie counsell.

1611 marginal noteHeb. from the counsell of the soule.

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Historical English dictionary sources

Historical definitions

Having the heart engaged in any thing; sincere; warm; zealous.

Webster 1828 facsimile, volume 1, leaf 894