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Definition of "finely" []

  • In a fine manner; splendidly. (adverb)
  • To a fine point; discriminatingly. (adverb)
  • In small pieces or parts: finely chopped nuts. (adverb)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "finely" in a sentence
  • "But Desmond is what you call finely organised; and you can't handle a violin as you would"
  • "I make my guacamole pretty much like you, except I leave out the garlic and add in finely diced, drained tomatoes."
  • "Roll each smaller log in finely chopped nuts, coconut, sprinkles or coarse sugar."
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