adv
Meaning 1
In a yawning way; accompanied by yawns.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- She stumbled downstairs and yawningly prepared breakfast.
Meaning relationships
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Antonyms: none provided
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yawningly
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adv
Meaning 2
So as to open wide; gapingly.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- A chasm opened yawningly before them.
Meaning relationships
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History
Etymology
Etymology tree English yawning Middle English -ly English -ly English yawningly From yawning + -ly.