Capillarily

/ˈkæpɪˌlɛrəli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner relating to or characteristic of capillaries; by means of capillary action.

Etymology

From capillary (Latin capillaris 'hair-like') plus the adverb-forming suffix -ly, which converts adjectives into adverbs describing how something happens or is done.

Kelly Says

Water moves capillarily up plant roots and through soil—it's one of nature's cleverest tricks, where tiny tubes pull water upward against gravity through capillary action!

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