adj
husbandly
Husbandly (adj) means Characteristic of a husband; proper and fitting for a husband; marital.
adj
1
Characteristic of a husband; proper and fitting for a husband; marital.
2
Pertaining to a husbandman or husbandry.
3
Frugal; economical.
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Etymology
From Middle English housbondly, equivalent to husband + -ly.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of husbandly?
"husbandly" (adj) means characteristic of a husband; proper and fitting for a husband; marital.
What are the different meanings of husbandly?
"husbandly" has 3 main meanings: 1. Characteristic of a husband; proper and fitting for a husband; marital; 2. Pertaining to a husbandman or husbandry; 3. Frugal; economical.