Library / English Dictionary

GINGERLY

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

With extreme care or delicacy

Example:

the issue was handled only in a gingerly way

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

cautious (showing careful forethought)

 II. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

In a gingerly manner

Example:

gingerly I raised the edge of the blanket

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

gingerly (with extreme care or delicacy)

Credits