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Meaning of ad lib

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

ad lib

Pronunciation:/æd ˈlɪb/

verb

Definitions

  1. To perform without script.

  2. To perform without preparation.

  3. To perform extemporaneously.

    Example: She ad libbed the rest of the scene.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Extemporaneous, impromptu.

adverb

Definitions

  1. At pleasure.

  2. At will.

  3. To whatever extent.

  4. Extemporaneously.