Definition of serially

The word "serially" has its roots in the Latin word "seriere", which means "to follow in order" or "to unfold in series". This Latin word is also the source of the English word "series". The adverb "serially" was formed by adding the suffix "-ly" to the adjective "serial", meaning "relating to a series". The word "serially" first appeared in the English language in the mid-17th century, initially meaning "in a series" or "in a sequence". Over time, its meaning expanded to include the idea of something being presented or occurring in a continuous or repetitive manner, often in a serialized format such as a novel, film, or TV show. Today, "serially" is commonly used to describe something that is part of a series or occurs in a sequence, such as "the novel was published serially in a magazine" or "the company is releasing its products serially over the next year".