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idly

Pronunciation: /ˈaɪd(ə)lɪ/

The English word “idly” has 2 meanings listed here.

adverb

  1. Without specific purpose, intent or effort.
  2. In an idle manner.

Etymology

From Middle English idely, ydelly, idelliche, from Old English īdellīċe, equivalent to idle + -ly.

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