Etymology:
The word "hefty" comes from Old English "hefe" (heavy).
Meaning:
Hefty means:
Origin:
The word "hefe" is believed to be related to the Proto-Indo-European root "*kap-," which means "to seize" or "to hold." This suggests that the original meaning of "hefty" was "something that is difficult to handle or lift."
Over time, the meaning of "hefty" has broadened to encompass not only physical weight but also metaphorical weight or significance. The word is now commonly used to describe things that are substantial, burdensome, or imposing in any way.
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