natheless
Americanadverb
preposition
Etymology
Origin of natheless
before 900; Middle English; Old English nā·thē·lǣs, equivalent to nā not ( see na) + thē, variant of thȳ instrumental singular definite article ( see the 2) + lǣs less
Example Sentences
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Daniel pleaded with her to marry him "natheless."
From Time Magazine Archive
Dioneo, by his silence, showing that his song was ended, the queen let sing many others, having natheless much commended his.
From The Decameron of Giovanni Boccaccio by Payne, John
"Damsel," saith Perceval, "Were there no cup at all, yet natheless should I be fain to do the will of Messire Gawain, for never might I love the man that had deserved his hatred."
From The High History of the Holy Graal by Evans, Sebastian
Then knew he that he was hurt sore, natheless he bore him with what force he might, and fastened with the other hand the mare’s son to a thorn.
From Aucassin and Nicolete by Lang, Andrew
Though," he added, with a smile, "natheless, I think I should.
From Helmet of Navarre by Runkle, Bertha
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