Old English leohtlice "so as not to be heavy" (of material things, but also of sleep, blows, etc.); cognate with Old Frisian lichtelik, Old High German lihtlihho, German leichtlich, Old Norse lettlega (see light (adj.1)). Meaning "frivolously, indifferently" is from early 13c.
雙語例句
1. Put the onions in the pan and cook until lightly browned.
將洋蔥放入平底鍋內，炒至略呈棕色。
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2. "Once a detective, always a detective," he said lightly.
“一日為偵探，終生為偵探，”他滿不在意地說。
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3. Despite his bulk he moved lightly on his feet.
盡管他身形龐大，移動起來還是很靈巧。
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4. Lightly score the surface of the steaks with a knife.
在牛排表面輕輕打花刀。
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5. He leaned down and kissed her lightly on the mouth.