Definition of chiefly
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: most importantly : principally, especially
chiefly
adjectiveDefinition of chiefly (Entry 2 of 2)
: of or relating to a chief
chiefly duties
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Merriam-Webster unabridged
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Time Traveler for chiefly
The first known use of chiefly was in the 14th century
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