harmlessly
|harm-less-ly|
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/ˈhɑːrmləsli/
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/ˈhɑːmləsli/
(harmless)
without harm
Etymology
Etymology Information
'harmless' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'hearmleas', where 'hearm' meant 'harm' and '-leas' meant 'without'.
Historical Evolution
'hearmleas' changed from Old English word 'hearmleas' and eventually became the modern English word 'harmless'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without harm', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a way that does not cause harm or damage.
The snake slithered harmlessly away into the bushes.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35