swimmingly

English

/ˈswɪmɪŋli/, /ˈswɪmɪŋli/

adv
Definitions
  • With a gliding motion suggesting swimming.
  • (figuratively) In a very favourable manner; without difficulty; agreeably, successfully.

Etymology

Suffix from English swimming (moving in water as an ordinary means of motion, without difficulty).

Origin

English

swimming

Gloss

moving in water as an ordinary means of motion, without difficulty

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