bly
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Noun — A person's look, appearance, or general character (a rare, mostly dialectal word).
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Etymology
Probably a dialect form of blee, an old word for "complexion" or "appearance."
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What does “bly” mean?
The word “bly” means a person's look, appearance, or general character (a rare, mostly dialectal word). In plain terms, an old, rarely-used word for someone's general look or character.
How do you pronounce “bly”?
“Bly” is pronounced bleye (/blaɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “bly” in a sentence?
Here is “bly” used in a sentence: “There was a rough bly to the old fisherman that hinted at years at sea.”
What part of speech is “bly”?
“Bly” is a noun.