Self-referentially

adv

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Definitions

Adverb
  1. 1
    In a self-referential way or manner. not-comparable

    "Betch is foremost an insult, but it is also used self-referentially as an affectionate term among fellow betches."

Example

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"Betch is foremost an insult, but it is also used self-referentially as an affectionate term among fellow betches."

Etymology

From self-referential + -ly.

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