yeomanly
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1yeo·man·ly

adverb \-lē\

Definition of YEOMANLY

archaic
: in a manner befitting a yeoman : bravely

First Known Use of YEOMANLY

14th century

2yeomanly

adjective

Definition of YEOMANLY

1
: of, relating to, or having the rank of a yeoman
2
: becoming or suitable to a yeoman : sturdy, loyal <yeomanly surveillance efforts>

First Known Use of YEOMANLY

1576

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