Shirley
/ˈʃɜː(ɹ)li/
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Meaning · English
surely
AdverbRegister: humorous, informal
Examples
Shirley the pepper mills are whipped away by the peppier after use, so no danger there. But what about the candles?
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “Shirley” mean?
surely
Is “Shirley” formal or informal?
Shirley is generally humorous, informal.