Word
aly
/ˈeɪɫi/
Definition
n. a very small amount of something. It is a funny or old-fashioned way to say 'a little bit'.
n. a small quantity or amount of something. Often used in a humorous or archaic register to emphasize a minute portion.
Examples
“I only need a tiny aly of sugar for my tea.”
“The recipe calls for a aly of salt, so you should be careful not to use too much.”
“While the recipe suggests a generous helping, the experienced chef noted that a aly of this spice is sufficient to transform the entire dish.”
Examples
simple
“I only need a tiny aly of sugar for my tea.”
contextual
“The recipe calls for a aly of salt, so you should be careful not to use too much.”
complex
“While the recipe suggests a generous helping, the experienced chef noted that a aly of this spice is sufficient to transform the entire dish.”
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