homly

Middle English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Old English *hāmlīċ, from Proto-West Germanic *haimalīk. Equivalent to home + -ly.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈhɔːmliː/

Adverb

homly

  1. Familiarly, in a way denoting a close relationship.
  2. With consideration, kindness, and humility.
  3. Without grandeur; in a simple and direct way.
  4. In a rough and unpolished way.
  5. (rare) Frequently, widely.

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Adjective

homly

  1. Domestic, home-related; of or in a home.
  2. Endemic; belonging inside a domain or thing.
  3. Of the household; part of the household.
  4. Familiar, on good terms, friendly.
  5. Having intercourse (with someone).
  6. Well-known, familiar (with something)
  7. Mild, calm, good-natured.
  8. Simplistic, rustic.
  9. Unattractive, not good-looking.

Descendants

  • English: homely
  • Scots: hamely

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Noun

homly

  1. The inhabitants of a home or homestead

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