Cheesemongerly

/ˈtʃiːzˌmʌŋɡərli/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of a cheesemonger or the cheese-selling trade; having qualities associated with cheese selling.

Etymology

Formed from 'cheesemonger' + '-ly' (from Old English '-lic' meaning 'of the nature of'). This adjectival form is quite rare in modern usage.

Kelly Says

The '-ly' suffix creates adjectives that mean 'having the quality of'—so 'cheesemongerly' would describe something done in the manner of a cheesemonger, though this formation is so unusual it shows how productive English can be.

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