单词	loosely
释义	loosely /ˈluːsli / adverb 1In a way that is not firmly or tightly fixed or held together: her hair hung loosely over her shoulders a bow tied loosely at the collar... The outer plates hold the outer laths loosely in place, allowing sliding during the formation of the shell. In such areas, herbicide binds loosely to soil particles, meaning less chemical can be used. The arrangement of the hair is in the French style, which features loosely curled tendrils hanging softly at the sides of the face. 2In a way that does not fit tightly or closely: a loosely fitting white shirt cover loosely with foil and bake in a preheated oven... The roast pork is served with a garlic sauce in a separate bowl and a big piece of crispy skin placed loosely on top of the meat. There he is, emerging from the pines, wearing jeans and a white T-shirt draped loosely over his thin but sturdy frame. Loosely fitting screw-capped lids permitted air circulation, restricted evaporation, and limited contamination. 3In a way that is not close, compact, or solid in structure or formation: buildings are grouped loosely around a village green spinach can be packed loosely in a plastic bag... The external face of each panel is clad in a layer of steel wire cages, containing loosely compacted stones. He covers the long mounds with a loosely woven plastic screen. They added clean, loosely packed sand to each column. 3.1In a way that is not rigidly organized: discussions were loosely structured to enhance informality a loosely organized group of collectors... Such experiments were carried considerably further by a loosely knit group of younger painters. A loosely structured group of artists, they flourished particularly from the late 1940s to the early 1960s. It was a loosely organized international group of avant-garde artists set up in Germany in 1962. 4In a physically relaxed manner: he moved loosely from side to side... Regular stretching and joint movement exercises maximize the range of motion of joints and the ability to freely and loosely move as you age. With your arms hanging loosely at your sides and your toes pointed slightly outward, perform an imaginary seated leg extension. Loosely rest your hands on the bars, and only do that when it's needed to maintain your balance. 4.1In a way that is not strict or exact: the term is interpreted loosely the novel is loosely autobiographical... This method could be loosely described as an asynchronous analog of the method described in Mangel and Adler. The degrees of freedom associated with the curve <i>s</i> are loosely interpreted as the number of parameters used in fitting <i>s</i>. Rerunning a sporting event—even one as loosely defined as celebrity boxing—is almost unheard of in network television. 4.2In a careless and indiscreet manner: you shouldn’t speak loosely outside the group... During the campaign, he was confronted by a man who spoke loosely and negligently of illegitimate children and the welfare system. By the 17th century, the verb "gossip" had come into widespread usage meaning to talk loosely about the personal affairs of others. It is irresponsible and reckless to loosely talk about one of the most divisive, hurtful symbols in American history. 4.3(With reference to play in cricket) in an inaccurate or careless manner: Kirby bowled loosely
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