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owlishly

/ˈaʊ.lɪʃ.li/

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adverb

/ˈaʊ.lɪʃ.li/C2formalart
  • ruНаречие, описывающее действие, совершаемое в манере, напоминающей сову, обычно подразумевающее серьёзное, торжественное или мудрое выражение лица, часто с широко раскрытыми или немигающими глазами.

An adverb describing an action done in a manner resembling an owl, typically implying a serious, solemn, or wise expression, often with wide-eyed or unblinking intensity.

  1. In an owlish mannerC1formal

    In a way that resembles or suggests an owl, often implying a serious, wise, or solemn expression, or large, round eyes.

    ruПо-совиному

    • He stared owlishly at the blackboard, trying to understand the equation.
    • She blinked owlishly behind her thick glasses.
    • The professor nodded owlishly, considering the student's question.
Forms
  • more owlishly comparative form
  • most owlishly superlative form