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(set phrase, possibly dated) One who endures, or who can endure, a great deal of pain, hardship, or other adversity.

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brute for punishment

Source Word

brute for punishment

dated possibly

Japanese Meaning

（時代が古い表現）苦痛や困難、逆境に耐える・耐えうる者。

Despite the repeated injuries, he remained a brute for punishment, returning to the ring every time.

度重なる負傷にもかかわらず、彼は多大な痛みに耐えうる人物であり、毎回リングに戻っていた。

Sense（1）

"Gosh!" exclaimed Gus. You are a brute for punishment!"

brutes for punishment

（ plural ）