detainingly en · ADV
Etymology
From detaining + -ly.
Meanings
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So as to detain or hold back.
The policeman's hand fell detainingly on my shoulder. "Just a moment, sir!" he said.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most detainingly | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more detainingly | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |