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ERECTLY
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Dictionary entry overview: What does erectly mean?
• ERECTLY (adverb)
The adverb ERECTLY has 1 sense:
1. in a straight-backed manner
Familiarity information: ERECTLY used as an adverb is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
In a straight-backed manner
Synonyms:
erectly; straight-backed
Context example:
the old man still walks erectly
Pertainym:
erect (upright in position or posture)
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