1. in a burly manner; with a large, strong, or muscular build or appearance
Usage: informal; often used to describe movement or demeanor of a large, robust person

Examples

• The burly man walked burlily across the room, his heavy footsteps echoing.
• He spoke burlily, with the confidence of someone accustomed to physical labor.
• The wrestler moved burlily despite his size, with surprising agility.
• She laughed burlily, a deep and hearty sound that filled the hall.
• The construction worker gestured burlily as he explained the project.