Covenably

/ˈkʌvənəbli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that is suitable for or capable of being covenanted; in accordance with the terms of a covenant.

Etymology

From covenable plus the adverbial suffix -ly, maintaining the covenant root meaning of binding agreement or mutual promise.

Kelly Says

This rare adverb exists almost entirely in historical legal documents, where precision about whether something could 'covenably' be done was the difference between a valid contract and a worthless one.

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