adv. [f. prec. + -LY.] In a becoming manner; befittingly; with graceful fitness.

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1624.  Heywood, Gunaik., III. 131. Her nose somewhat (but most becomminglie) hooked.

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1694.  Kettlewell, Comp. Persecuted, 145. To act … in all things, wisely and becomingly.

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1884.  Black, Jud. Shaks., xiii. She was becomingly dressed.

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