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PIECEMEAL
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
One thing at a time
Synonyms:
bit-by-bit; in small stages; piecemeal; step-by-step; stepwise
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Similar:
gradual (proceeding in small stages)
II. (adverb)
Sense 1
Meaning:
A little bit at a time
Example:
the research structure has developed piecemeal
Synonyms:
bit by bit; in stages; little by little; piecemeal
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