gentlyused

adjective
UK /ˈdʒɛntli juːzd/
US /ˈdʒɛntli juːzd/

Something gently used has been used a little but is still in good shape.

She bought a gently used bike for half the price of a new one.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Describing an item that shows only small signs of wear.

The gently used sofa had no tears or stains.

3. A polite way to say something is not brand new.

The listing said the laptop was gently used.

4. Handled with care so it stays in good condition.

These gently used books still look almost new.