1531 T. ElyotBk. named Gouernouriii. ii. sig. Yiij The infinite numbre of the sturdye harted Jues could neuer haue ben gouerned by any wisedome, if they had nat ben brideled with ceremonyes.
1836 C. DickensSketches by Boz 2nd Ser. 104 A stout, broad-shouldered, sturdy-chested man.