"toadwise" meaning in All languages combined

See toadwise on Wiktionary

Adverb [English]

Etymology: From toad + -wise. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|toad|wise}} toad + -wise Head templates: {{en-adv|-}} toadwise (not comparable)
  1. In the manner of a toad. Tags: not-comparable
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