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handily

/ˈhæn.dɪ.li/
han · di · ly
Adjective:handy
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• adverb

1

Easily, effortlessly, or by a comfortable and decisive margin.

Example

"The incumbent candidate won the election handily, securing over sixty percent of the vote."

2

In a convenient, useful, or accessible location or manner.

Example

"The small grocery store is handily situated just two blocks from the train station."

3

In a skillful, adroit, or dexterous manner.

Example

"The carpenter handily repaired the broken cabinet hinge in just a few minutes."

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• Rhymes for handily

• Nearby Words

handicapped
handicraft
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handily
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handiwork
handjob

Word Origin & Etymology

Recorded in Middle English as 'handeli', formed from 'handy' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly', ultimately tracing back to the Old English 'hand' (hand) and 'gehende' (near at hand, convenient).

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