Abruptly
Pronunciation : Ab*rupt"ly
Part of Speech : adv.
Definition : 1. In an abrupt manner; without giving notice, or without the usual forms; suddenly.
2. Precipitously. Abruptly pinnate (Bot.), pinnate without an odd leaflet, or other appendage, at the end. Gray.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
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