Meaning of the word drily in English
What does drily mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
drily
US /ˈdraɪ.li/
UK /ˈdraɪ.li/
Adverb
1.
in a matter-of-fact or ironically humorous way
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"I suppose you think that's funny," she said drily.
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He commented drily on the irony of the situation.
2.
without moisture; in a dry manner
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The clothes were hung out to dry and felt drily crisp.
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The desert air blew drily across the vast landscape.