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    properly
    /ˈprɒp(ə)li/

    adverb

    • 1. correctly or satisfactorily: "ensuring the work is carried out properly"
    • 2. in the strict sense; exactly: "algebra is, properly speaking, the analysis of equations"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishPROPERLY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    PROPERLY definition: 1. correctly, or in a satisfactory way: 2. in a socially and morally acceptable way: 3…. Learn more.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › properlyProperly Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of PROPERLY is in a proper manner. How to use properly in a sentence.

  4. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryPROPERLY | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    PROPERLY meaning: 1. correctly, or in a satisfactory way: 2. in a socially and morally acceptable way: 3…. Learn more.

  5. www.dictionary.com › browse › properlyPROPERLY Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    Properly definition: in a way that is appropriate to the purpose or circumstances; suitably. See examples of PROPERLY used in a sentence.

  6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishPROPERLY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    2 meanings: 1. If something is done properly, it is done in a correct and satisfactory way. 2. If someone behaves properly,.... Click for more definitions.

  7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishproperly adverb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Definition of properly adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  8. www.thefreedictionary.com › properlyProperly - definition of properly by The Free Dictionary

    adj. 1. Characterized by appropriateness or suitability; fitting: the proper knife for cutting bread; not a proper moment for a joke. 2. Called for by rules or conventions; correct: the proper form for a business letter. 3. Strictly following rules or conventions, especially in social behavior; seemly: a proper lady; a proper gentleman. 4. a.

  9. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishPROPERLY | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

    Meaning of properly – Learner’s Dictionary. properly. adverb. uk / ˈprɒp ə li / us. Add to word list. B1. correctly, or in a satisfactory way: The TV doesn't work properly. She doesn't eat properly. Fewer examples. Sorry, I couldn't get the window to shut properly. Make sure you eat properly - you've got to keep your strength up.

  10. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › properlyProperly - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    Definitions of properly. adverb. in the right manner. “please do your job properly !”. synonyms: decent, decently, in good order, right, the right way. see more. adverb. with reason or justice. synonyms: by rights.

  11. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › english-wordPROPERLY - Find out everything about this English word | Collins

    1. If something is done properly, it is done in a correct and satisfactory way. [...] 2. If someone behaves properly, they behave in a way that is considered acceptable and not rude. [...] More. Synonyms of 'properly' • correctly, rightly, fittingly, appropriately [...] • politely, respectfully, ethically, decently [...] More.