All 3 Uses of
cordial
in
Oliver Twist
- His step was elastic, and his face betokened inward pleasantry, as he advanced to Mr. Bumble, and shook him cordially by the hand.†
Chpt 4 *
- Nancy, appearing much gratified thereby, saluted him cordially.†
Chpt 20
- Before his removal, he had managed to contract a strong friendship for Mr. Grimwig, which that eccentric gentleman cordially reciprocated.†
Chpt 53
Definition:
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(cordial as in: a cordial reception) friendly -- usually warm and heartfelt, but possibly only polite