Etymology

abstractly

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Today it means: In an abstract way or manner Full definition →

First used First attested around 1350 to 1470.Middle English abstractly
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  1. Middle English · inherited fromabstractly
  2. English todayabstractly

From Middle English abstractly; equivalent to abstract + -ly.

First known use, by meaning

  • First attested around 1350 to 1470. separately; absolutely

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