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单词 chiefly
释义

chiefly

[ cheef-lee ]
/ ˈtʃif li /
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adverb

primarily; essentially: He phoned chiefly to let us know he was feeling better.
mainly; mostly: This dish consists chiefly of noodles.

adjective

of, relating to, or like a chief: his chiefly responsibilities.

Origin of chiefly

Middle English word dating back to 1300–50; see origin at chief, -ly

synonym study for chiefly

1, 2. See especially.

Words nearby chiefly

chiefdom, Chief Education Officer, Chief Executive, Chief Joseph, chief justice, chiefly, chief master sergeant, chief mate, Chief of Naval Operations, Chief of Staff, chief of state
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British Dictionary definitions for chiefly

chiefly
/ (ˈtʃiːflɪ) /

adverb

especially or essentially; above all
in general; mainly; mostly

adjective

of or relating to a chief or chieftain
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