As a Noun: 1. A large distance when measured from one side to the other. English = width, broadness. 2. A person, usually a male, who has a very large chest and strong shoulders. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To be of large dimensions from one side to the other. English = (be) wide, (be) broad. 2. (When talking of people, especially men) to have very large and strong shoulders. English = (be) broad-shouldered.