Customly

/ˈkʌstəmli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner according to custom or established practice; traditionally.

Etymology

From 'custom' (Latin consuetudo) plus the adverbial suffix '-ly' (Old English -lice) meaning in the manner of.

Kelly Says

This is an archaic word that shows how English speakers once preferred '-ly' adverbs even for very common ideas—today we'd just say 'customarily' instead.

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