adv. [f. prec. + -LY2.] In a bountiful manner; with generous liberality, munificently, plentifully, amply.

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1580.  Hollyband, Treas. Fr. Tong, Largement, largely, bountifullie, liberally, abundantly.

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1593.  Peele, K. Edw. I. And in my hall shall bountifully feede.

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1611.  Bible, 2 Cor. ix. 6. He which soweth bountifully, shall reape bountifully.

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1725.  Lond. Gaz., No. 6373/2. To provide so bountifully for instructing them.

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1835.  Marryat, Olla Podr., iii. The fruits of the earth, so bountifully bestowed.

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