Tough-looking person (7)

I believe the answer is:

bruiser

(Other definitions for bruiser that I've seen before include "Yobbo" , "Prizefighter" , "Strong, heavy man" , "Large tough man, inflicts flesh discolourations" , "Tough, aggressive person" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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