menskly

Middle English

Alternative forms

menskelie, menskely, menskelye, menskli, menskeliche, menskliche

Etymology

From menske (“honour”) +‎ -ly (adverbial suffix).

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /ˈmɛnsk(ə)liː/

Adverb

menskly

Nobly, respectfully; with honour, grace, or respect.
Synonyms: honestly, menskfully
(rare) Caringly; with kindness.

References

“mensklī, adv.”, in MED Online, Ann Arbor, Mich.: University of Michigan, 2007.

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