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MANNERLY
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Dictionary entry overview: What does mannerly mean?
• MANNERLY (adjective)
The adjective MANNERLY has 1 sense:
1. socially correct in behavior
Familiarity information: MANNERLY used as an adjective is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Socially correct in behavior
Synonyms:
mannerly; well-mannered
Similar:
polite (showing regard for others in manners, speech, behavior, etc.)
Derivation:
manner (how something is done or how it happens)
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