historically

Meanings

1. 1
   adv

   with respect to history

   This is historically interesting.

2. 2
   adv

   throughout history

   Historically they have never coexisted peacefully.

3. 3
   adv

   In a historic manner; with reference to history or the historical record.

   Historically speaking, this company has always collected payment before starting work.

4. 4
   adv

   According to history: formerly, in the past, traditionally.

   Historically, this company collected payment before starting work.

From historical + -ly or historic + -ally.

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