| 释义 |
clerk·ly
I. \-lē\ adverb
Etymology: Middle English, from clerk + -ly
: in a clerkly manner; especially : learnedly
II. adjective
(-er/-est)
Etymology: clerk + -ly
: of, relating to, suitable to, or characteristic of a clerk: as
a. : belonging to or befitting the clergy
< clerkly privilege >
< the Wife of Bath's clerkly husband — G.G.Coulton >
b. archaic : learned, scholarly
c. : showing skill in penmanship
< to write a clerkly hand >
d. : quiet or studious in conduct : precise or modest in appearance
< a timid clerkly fellow >
e. : of or in the capacity of a clerk
< pursuing a clerkly career > |