Definitions for idly
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Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:3.0 / 1 vote

1. idly, lazilyadverb

   in an idle manner

   "this is what I always imagined myself doing in the south of France, sitting idly, drinking coffee, watching the people"

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. idlyadverb

   In an idle manner.

2. idlyadverb

   Without specific purpose, intent or effort.

   I idly played with the paper, not even realizing I was folding it into a paper airplane.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Idlyadverb

   Etymology: from idle.

   1. Lazily; without employment.

   I will slay myself,
   For living idly here in pomp and ease. William Shakespeare, Henry VI.

   2. Foolishly; in a trifling manner.

   And modern Asgil, whose capricious thought
   Is yet with stores of wilder notions fraught,
   Too soon convinc'd, shall yield that fleeting breath,
   Which play'd so idly with the darts of death. Matthew Prior.

   3. Carelesly; without attention.

   This from rumour's tongue
   I idly heard; if true or false, I know not. William Shakespeare, K. John.

   But shall we take the muse abroad,
   To drop her idly on the road?
   And leave our subject in the middle,
   As Butler did his bear and fiddle? Matthew Prior.

   4. Ineffectually; vainly.

   Let this and other allegations, suitable unto it, cease to bark any longer idly against the truth, the course and passage whereof it is not in them to hinder. Richard Hooker.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. idly

   Idli or idly ( (listen)) is a type of savoury rice cake, originating from South India, popular as a breakfast food in Southern India and in Sri Lanka. The cakes are made by steaming a batter consisting of fermented black lentils (de-husked) and rice. The fermentation process breaks down the starches so that they are more readily metabolised by the body. Idli has several variations, including rava idli, which is made from semolina. Regional variants include sanna of Konkan.

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1. idly

   Idly refers to a state or situation where someone is not doing anything or not being used; in a lazy, inactive or indolent manner. It can also refer to doing something without any seriousness, purpose or urgency. In another context, it can refer to a type of savory rice cake that is popular in South Indian cuisine.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Idlyadverb

   in a idle manner; ineffectually; vainly; lazily; carelessly; (Obs.) foolishly

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1. IDLY

   Idly is a typical south indian dish. It tastes good with peanut chutney and sambar.

   
   

   Submitted by rinat on March 3, 2020  

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1. IDLY

   What does IDLY stand for? -- Explore the various meanings for the IDLY acronym on the Abbreviations.com website.

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How to pronounce idly?

1. Alex

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of idly in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of idly in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

Examples of idly in a Sentence

1. John Barrasso:

   The last Democratic administration went on a regulatory rampage to slow or stop energy production, i’m not going to sit idly by ... while the Biden administration enforces policies that threaten Wyoming’s economy and the life bloods of so many people in my state.

2. James Mattis:

   The intent was to stop the cycle of violence into an area that even in World War II chemical weapons were not used on battlefields, even in the Korean War, they were not used on battlefields. Since World War I, there has been an international convention on this and to stand idly by when the convention is violated -- that is what we had to take action on recently in our own vital interest.

3. Mark Wilf:

   We continue to be inspired by these players as they advocate for transformational change in this very challenging moment, we are proud of their efforts to use their platform in an effort to end deep-seated social injustices. Their thoughtful approach and our conversations with them have deeply moved us, certainly in large part because of our familys history and long-standing commitment to human rights, but also because of their steadfast dedication to not sit idly by when they have the ability to make a difference.

4. Republican Representative Steven Fincher:

   These members realize the importance of the bank and realize that our constituents do not send us to Washington to shut the world down, it's unacceptable for Congress to stand idly by and let millions of jobs dissolve.

5. Ohio Republican Senator Rob Portman:

   We cannot afford to sit idly by as China refuses to play by the rules, any negotiations on the Trans-Pacific Partnership must prioritize combating currency manipulation by our foreign competitors.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=idly
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Idly
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=idly
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idly
5. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/idly