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namely

American  
[neym-lee] / ˈneɪm li /

adverb

  1. that is to say; explicitly; specifically; to wit.

    an item of legislation, namely, the housing bill.
namely British  
/ ˈneɪmlɪ /

adverb

  1. that is to say

    it was another colour, namely green
"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of namely

First recorded in 1125–75; Middle English namely, earlier nameliche; name, -ly

Example Sentences

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But lower-level exposure can still pose certain health risks, namely in children.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

Theatre Obscura may face challenges, namely persuading potential guests that “The Pit and the Pendulum” is more than simply a live reading with audio effects.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

This is all allowed, but you need paperwork for it, namely IRS form 8332.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

Some threats to freight recovery have emerged, however, namely global conflict and $100-per-barrel oil prices.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

In the Middle Ages, heart shapes were also used to portray lily pads, fig leaves, and weapons, namely arrows.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti

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