VAINLY
\vˈe͡ɪnli], \vˈeɪnli], \v_ˈeɪ_n_l_i]\
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adv. Without effect; ineffectually; boastingly ;-proudly; arrogantly; -idly ; foolishly.
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Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.