stour

A stake.

A round of a ladder.

A stave in the side of a wagon.

A large pole by which barges are propelled against the stream; a poy.

Tall; large; stout.

Strong; powerful; hardy; robust; sturdy.

Bold; audacious.

Rough in manner; stern; austere; ill-tempered.

(of a voice) Rough; hoarse; deep-toned; harsh.

(of land or cloth) Stiff; inflexible.