crossly en · ADV
Pronunciation
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Etymology
Etymology tree English cross Middle English -ly English -ly English crossly From cross + -ly.
Meanings
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In a cross manner; angrily.
You have the money, but if you want to be mean / Why keep your money (this crossly) and go along
1936, Robert Frost, The Roadside Stand, page 669:'What do you want, Miss?' he asked, rather crossly.
1956 [1880], Johanna Spyri, Heidi, translation of original by Eileen Hall, page 75:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most crossly | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more crossly | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |
Translations (2)
bg ядосано (in a cross manner) · bg сърдито (in a cross manner)