adv. [f. prec. + -LY2.] In a curving direction or attitude, obliquely.
1658. Rowland, trans. Moufets Theat. Ins., 1051. [Scorpions] which have seven or nine joints on their tails, are the most curst: many have but six, it strikes athwart and bendingly.
1839. New Monthly Mag., LV. 128. Parson, say grace! Millingham bendingly murmured three words.