(simile, colloquial) Stark naked; nude; especially, naked in a public setting and without embarrassment.

(simile) Extremely smooth.

(simile) Extremely slow.

Alternative spelling of nutty as a fruitcake

(simile) Having no ties; completely free.

(simile) Completely black.

(law) Legally; according to the law.

In the role or manner of the thing mentioned. / (usually in negative constructions) In a true or literal sense. / Per se, by itself, in itself, in and of itself.

(idiomatic) To behave toward others in a manner resembling or commensurate with their behavior towards oneself, especially in a situation where one is insulted or otherwise ill-treated.

plural of privative a