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.
See also:
  • 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