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theoretically


the·o·ret·i·cal·ly

adv \-ti-k(ə-)lē\

Definition of THEORETICALLY

1
: in a theoretical way
2
: according to an ideal or assumed set of facts or principles : in theory

First Known Use of THEORETICALLY

1701

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