Etymology

abstractively

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Today it means: In an abstract manner; in the abstract. Full definition →

First used First attested in the early 17ᵗʰ century.
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From abstractive + -ly.

First known use, by meaning

  • First attested in the early 17ᵗʰ century. In an abstract manner; in the abstract.

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