leisurely
B2
adj
adv
Freq #26018
Meanings
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1
adj
Characterized by leisure; taking plenty of time; unhurried.
He goes about his business in a leisurely manner
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2
adv
In a leisurely manner.
For some minutes he walked leisurely but uncollectedly, along the line of stalls; as if contemplating the rich display of summer fruits still remaining unsold.
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3
adv
in an unhurried way or at one's convenience
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4
adj
not hurried or forced
Etymology
From earlier leisurelily, by haplology, equivalent to leisurely + -ly.