peripherally

pe·riph·er·al  (p-rfr-l)

adj.

1. Related to, located in, or constituting an outer boundary or periphery.

2. Perceived or perceiving near the outer edges of the retina: peripheral vision.

3. Anatomy

a. Of the surface or outer part of a body or organ; external.

b. Of, relating to, or being part of the peripheral nervous system.

4. Of minor relevance or importance.

5. Auxiliary.

n. Computer Science

An auxiliary device, such as a printer, modem, or storage system, that works in conjunction with a computer.

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pe·ripher·al·ly adv.

Thesaurus

Adv.

1.

peripherally - in or at or near a periphery or according to a peripheral role or function or relationship centrally - in or near or toward a center or according to a central role or function; "The theater is centrally located"