lownly, adv. Sc.
(ˈlaʊnlɪ)
[f. lown a. + -ly2.]
In a ‘lown’ manner. a. Calmly, quietly; in a low tone. b. In shelter, under fostering care.
| 1788 Picken Poems 56 His todlan wee anes..Nurs't lownly up aneath his care. 18.. R. Chambers Wheesht! Speak loundly about it; and don't say I told you. 1890 J. Service Thir Notandums viii. 53 Lownly my faither leuch to himsel'. |