by degrees
by degrees
Gradually; in steps. I've been putting $50 aside every month to increase my savings account by degrees.
See also: by, degree
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
by degrees
Gradually, by successive steps or stages. For example, By degrees he began to delegate more and more of his duties to his staff. [Mid-1500s] Also see by inches.
See also: by, degree
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
by deˈgrees
little by little; gradually: The country’s economy won’t improve straight away, but will only get better by degrees.See also: by, degree
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
by degrees
Little by little; gradually.
See also: by, degree
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
- on one's
- on someone's
- (I've) got to go
- out of one's
- save someone's skin
- (Have you) been OK?
- other than
- other than (something)
- pillow-biter
- let something drop