(1):
(n.) Comrade; boon companion; good fellow; - a term of familiar address and fellowship among sailors.
(2):
(superl.) Promoting strength; nourishing; rich; abundant; as, hearty food; a hearty meal.
(3):
(superl.) Pertaining to, or proceeding from, the heart; warm; cordial; bold; zealous; sincere; willing; also, energetic; active; eager; as, a hearty welcome; hearty in supporting the government.
(4):
(superl.) Exhibiting strength; sound; healthy; firm; not weak; as, a hearty timber.