Add to word list in a neat way, with everything in its place: neatly folded clothes (Definition of neatly from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

The meaning of NEATLY is in a neat manner : tidily : deftly, cleverly. How to use neatly in a sentence.

Definition of neatly adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Define neatly. neatly synonyms, neatly pronunciation, neatly translation, English dictionary definition of neatly. adj. neat·er , neat·est 1. a. Orderly and clean; tidy: a neat office; a neat desk. b. Habitually …

habitually orderly and clean in appearance or habits: a neat person. of a simple, pleasing appearance, style, design, etc.: a neat cottage. cleverly effective in character or execution: a neat scheme; a neat …

Oct 8, 2025 · neatly (comparative neatlier or more neatly, superlative neatliest or most neatly) In a neat manner. quotations

Neatly means in a tidy or smart manner. He folded his paper neatly and sipped his coffee.

Doing something neatly means doing it in a tidy or orderly way. When you make your bed neatly, you tuck in the sheets and fold back the comforter.

Neatly definition: In a <a>neat</a> manner.

Factsheet What does the adverb neatly mean? There are four meanings listed in OED's entry for the adverb neatly. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.