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friendshiply

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English

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Etymology

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From friendship +‎ -ly.

Adjective

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friendshiply (not comparable)

  1. (rare, nonstandard) Having the characteristics or qualities of friendship.
    • 2012, The Adventures of Malcolmist the Alchemist:
      The friendshiply impulse sails all Seven Seas
      But must be truly equal between you and me

Adverb

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friendshiply (comparative more friendshiply, superlative most friendshiply)

  1. (rare, nonstandard) In the manner of friendship or of having friendship.
    • 1838: Supreme Court transcript
      Q. How long have you known her
      A. Fourteen years.
      Q. Did you visit frequently?
      A. Yes, through business, and after her brother died, friendshiply.
    • 1911, Medical Century:
      ... a design to promote the study, and to facilitate comprehension of the Organon, now fraternally and friendshiply offers this "helping hand."