adv. [f. prec. + -LY2.] In an adopted manner; by adoption.
1603. Shaks., Meas. for M., I. iv. 47. Luc. Is she your cosen? Isa. Adoptedly; as schoole-maids change their names, By vaine, though apt affection.
adv. [f. prec. + -LY2.] In an adopted manner; by adoption.
1603. Shaks., Meas. for M., I. iv. 47. Luc. Is she your cosen? Isa. Adoptedly; as schoole-maids change their names, By vaine, though apt affection.