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imbibingly

|im-bib-ing-ly|

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/ɪmˈbaɪbɪŋli/

(imbibe)

drink or absorb

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleAdjective
imbibeimbibesimbibedimbibedimbibingimbibing
Etymology
Etymology Information

'imbibingly' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'imbibere,' where 'in-' meant 'into' and 'bibere' meant 'to drink.'

Historical Evolution

'imbibere' transformed into the French word 'imbiber,' and eventually became the modern English word 'imbibe' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to drink or absorb,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner of imbibing; drinking or absorbing.

He sat at the bar, imbibingly enjoying his drink.

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Last updated: 2025/04/11 02:51