clandestinely

adv
/klænˈdɛs.tɪn.li/US

Etymology

From clandestine + -ly.

  1. borrowed from clandestīnus — “secret, concealed
  2. suffixed as clandestinely — “clandestine + ly

Definitions

  1. In a secret or covert manner.

    • In another moment, Louisa's arms were around her also, welcoming her to Violet Lodge, and pouring on her a thousand thanks, yet asking, with trepidation, "have you brought the dear girls clandestinely?"
  2. In an illicit way, i.e. not permitted by the law or regulations.

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