idly

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English[edit]

Alternative forms[edit]

idlely (obsolete)

Etymology[edit]

idle +‎ -ly

Pronunciation[edit]

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IPA^(key): /ˈaɪd(ə)lɪ/

Adverb[edit]

idly (comparative more idly, superlative most idly)

In an idle manner.
Without specific purpose, intent or effort.
I idly played with the paper, not even realizing I was folding it into a paper airplane.

Anagrams[edit]

idyl, ylid

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