technically

Meanings

1. 1
   adv

   According to the exact facts or rules, even if this seems surprising.

   Technically, a tomato is a fruit, not a vegetable.

2. 2
   adv

   In a way that relates to the practical skill of an activity.

   Although she is technically gifted, her playing lacks feeling.

3. 3
   adv

   In a way that relates to machines, science, or technology.

   For now, a manned flight to Mercury is technically impossible.

From technical + -ly.

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