Read the dictionary definition of loosely. All definitions for this word.
1. structurally open and not compact or close
1. loosely knit
2. loosely woven cloth
3. loosely structured organization
2. in a relaxed manner; not rigid
1. his hands lay loosely
3. without regard to specific details or exceptions
1. he interprets the law broadly
4. in a loose manner
1. a union of loosely federated states