expressly

🇺🇸 /ɪkˈspresli/ 🇬🇧 /ɪkˈspresli/
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adverb
R

in a clear and definite manner

The instructions were expressly stated to avoid any confusion.

R

intentionally or for a specific reason

The law was enacted expressly to protect the environment.

translation

adv. in a clear and definite manner; intentionally or for a specific reason