RUFFIANLY

ruffianly, tough

(adjective) violent and lawless; “the more ruffianly element”; “tough street gangs”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

ruffianly (comparative more ruffianly, superlative most ruffianly)

Like or having the qualities of a ruffian. [from 16th c.]

Adverb

ruffianly (comparative more ruffianly, superlative most ruffianly)

In the manner of a ruffian.

Source: Wiktionary


Ruf"fian*ly, a.

Definition: Like a ruffian; bold in crimes; characteristic of a ruffian; violent; brutal.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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