loosely

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈluːsli/
Adverb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

In a loose manner.

2 Definition

Not tightly.

Example Sentences
  • Insert all the bolts loosely, then tighten them.
3 Definition

Approximately.

Example Sentences
  • It's red, to use the term loosely, sort of brown and sort of orange, let's call it reddish.
4 Definition

Used to indicate an imprecise use of words; short for loosely speaking

Example Sentences
  • A whale is, loosely, maybe very loosely, a fish.