Looking for the meaning of the word LOOSELY in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of LOOSELY with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Loosely
Speech Type: Adverb
ˈluːsli
in a way that is not firmly or tightly fixed or held together
Short Definition:in way that is not firmly or tightly fixed or held together
Examples:- her hair hung loosely over her shoulders
- a bow tied loosely at the collar
in a way that does not fit tightly or closely
Short Definition:in way that does not fit tightly or closely
Examples:- a loosely fitting white shirt
- cover loosely with foil and bake in a preheated oven
in a way that is not close, compact, or solid in structure or formation
Short Definition:in way that is not close, compact, or solid in structure or formation
Examples:- buildings are grouped loosely around a village green
- spinach can be packed loosely in a plastic bag
in a physically relaxed manner
Short Definition:in physically relaxed manner
Examples:- he moved loosely from side to side
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