FAMILIARLY


Meaning of FAMILIARLY in English

adverb

Etymology: Middle English familierly, from familier, adjective + -ly — more at familiar II

1. : in a familiar manner: as

a. : intimately

he was widely known to many but familiarly acquainted with few

b. : commonly

the frankfurter is familiarly called a hot dog

c. : informally

hailed him familiarly by his nickname

d. : presumptuously

pinched her cheek familiarly when they were introduced

2. : without shyness or fear : boldy

the phoebe bird … comes familiarly about the house — John Burroughs

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