built like a brick shithouse

Etymology
From the figurative extension of the idea that an outhouse is overbuilt if one builds it with bricks.

Adjective

 * 1)   Having a muscular body, particularly with well developed muscles of the chest, arms and abdominals. Also implies a generally large, robust and solid physique, if perhaps rotund.
 * 2)   Having an athletic or muscular body; often implying also having large breasts and/or an attractive body. "Over built" for the purpose. More effectively, or handsomely built than is strictly necessary.
 * 3)   Exceptionally well constructed; strong or tough;  or.
 * 1)   Having an athletic or muscular body; often implying also having large breasts and/or an attractive body. "Over built" for the purpose. More effectively, or handsomely built than is strictly necessary.
 * 2)   Exceptionally well constructed; strong or tough;  or.
 * 1)   Exceptionally well constructed; strong or tough;  or.

Usage notes

 * Generally used in reference to a person, but may also be used to describe cars, boats, buildings, etc.