thriftly en · ADV
Etymology
From Middle English þreftely, þryftelich, þriftliche, equivalent to thrift + -ly.
Meanings
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In a thrift, efficient, or thriving manner; suitably; vigorously
E. cer. Englemanii is lovely when growing thriftly, some with pure white spines, some with yellow spines, others red and white, and still others with spines shading to almost black, and the large purplish red flowers are very gorgeous.
1899, The Cactus Journal:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most thriftly | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more thriftly | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |