Definition of proverbially Proverbially
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What does proverbially mean?
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| proverbially - in the manner of something that has become a byword; "this proverbially bitter plant, wormwood" |
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Wiktionary 
- proverbially (Adverb)
In a manner that uses proverbs; in proverbs. - proverbially (Adverb)
In a manner reminiscent of a proverb.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- proverbially (adv.)
In a proverbial manner; by way of proverb; hence, commonly; universally; as, it is proverbially said; the bee is proverbially busy.
