gainly
1 of 2adverb
gain·ly
ˈgānlē,
-li
-er/-est
1
chiefly dialectal : very, completely
2
chiefly dialectal : nearby, handily
the birds singing gainly that came at my call
J. H. Payne
J. H. Paynegainly
2 of 2adjective
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1
chiefly dialectal : suitable, becoming
a gainly word
2
: graceful and generally pleasing
gainly conduct
a gainly youth with dark hair and eyes
Word History
Etymology
Adverb
gain entry 1 + -ly
Adjective
gain entry 1 + -ly