SWARTHILY

Etymology

Adverb

swarthily (comparative more swarthily, superlative most swarthily)

In a swarthy manner.

Source: Wiktionary


Swarth"i*ly, adv.

Definition: In a swarthy manner; with a tawny hue; duskily.

SWARTHY

Swarth"y, a. [Compar. Swarthier; superl. Swarthiest.] Etym: [See Swart, a.]

Definition: Being of a dark hue or dusky complexion; tawny; swart; as, swarthy faces. "A swarthy Ethiope." Shak. Their swarthy hosts would darken all our plains. Addison.

Swarth"y, v. t.

Definition: To make swarthy. [Obs.] Cowley.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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