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SUPINELY

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

In an indifferently supine manner

Example:

he called the tune to me and I supinely took it up

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

supine (passive as a result of indolence or indifference)

Sense 2

Meaning:

With the face upward

Example:

she was stretched supinely on her back

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

supine (lying face upward)

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