finely
So as to produce a fine texture; into small, thin, or delicate pieces.
Example
“Fledglings can only be fed finely chopped meat.”
Other meanings
In a fine, handsome or attractive way; very well.
Related words
- lean finely textured beef
- overfinely
- ultrafinely
Word history
From Middle English "finely".
Where this comes from
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